[KOREA] How are popular US dramas faring in Korea

June 28, 2007 by Dennis Amith

In Korea, there have been shows that have been catching the attention of Koreans such as “Prison Break” and “LOST” but what about shows like “Ugly Betty”, “CSI” and “Grey’s Anatomy”?

According to an article from Chosun, “U.S. soaps that depict the lives of professionals have become a big hit in Korea. “C.S.I”, “E.R”, “Grey’s Anatomy” and “House” are the prime examples, dealing as they do with the lives and work of FBI agents, police, doctors and lawyers.”

“A staffer with CGV said, “In the most popular U.S. soaps, most of the leading characters are professionals with good educational backgrounds. ‘The Sopranos’, a drama about gangsters that enjoyed huge popularity in the U.S., got little attention from Korean viewers.”