Korean Documentary TV Shows

A current affairs/journalism program that investigates unsolved cases and looks into various problems in society, religion and more.

A current affairs program that began airing on EBS in August 2021. Co-produced by the Ministry of Education, the National Institute for Lifelong Learning, and EBS, the program is part of the Korean MOOC (Korean Massive Open Online Course) program, which aims to disseminate world-class knowledge to the public amid the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic, which has widened the knowledge gap between classes and spread fake information on social media. Hear great thoughts from some of the world's leading minds right now, including Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman, Michael Sandel of What is Justice, and world-renowned conductor and pianist Daniel Barenboim.

MAMAMOO's behind-the-scenes clips.

Special behind-the-scenes clips of IU's MVs & backstage footage of her concerts, including her fan meetings.

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BTS mark its 10th anniversary as globally acclaimed 21st-century pop icons. Explore the daily lives and innermost thoughts of the seven BTS members as they pursue meaning and purpose in life.

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Follow the 300-day journey of BTS's sold-out world tour, BTS Live Trilogy Episode III: The Wings Tour. Celebrate the triumph of their friendship as they overcome shared hardships, and witness the growth and hard work as BTS continues on the path to grow into fully-fledged artists.

"BIGBANG: The Beginning" (in Korean: 리얼다큐 빅뱅: 더 베기닝) is a documentary series that follows the K-pop group Big Bang's journey from their pre-debut days to their official debut, capturing their training, auditions, and the formation of the group, including the eventual departure of Hyun-seung.

BLACKPINK HOUSE is a South Korean variety show by BLACKPINK broadcasted by JTBC. The show follows the four members of BLACKPINK as they move into their new dorm, where they’ll be spending 100 days of vacation.

Will all of these nine charming boys be able to make it? Find out if the JYP’s most independent trainees can prove themselves to be K-pop idol material and successfully debut as a K-pop idol boy group!

The documentary series were made to look back on Korea’s modern history. It tells stories of specific moments in time weaving together relevant video clips from news broadcasts, dramas, shows and other documentaries

24/365 with BLACKPINK is a reality show uploaded on BLACKPINK's official YouTube channel.

A four-episode documentary series showing the seven-year history of MAMAMOO, one of South Korea's most famous and powerful girl groups, from their debut in 2014 to now.

BABYMONSTER – ‘Last Evaluation’

A variety show that explores how each featured celebrity experiences solo travel in different places in South Korea. The show casts a therapeutic and relaxing mood as the celebrity discovers interesting and natural encounters during the travel.

With the rise of K-pop’s fourth generation, it’s time to take a step back and appreciate just how far this beloved genre of music has come. Join a number of the industry’s leading artists, including EXO, Stray Kids, Tomorrow x Together, Enhypen, Mamamoo, and more, as they take us back to the origins of K-Pop and walk us through the progression of the industry over the years. Giving us a glimpse of the industry from the perspective of the artists, the media, and the fandom, learn how K-pop has grown from its humble origins into a global phenomenon.

Explore director Park Chan-wook's creative mastery in films like "Oldboy" and "The Handmaiden" — diving into his expansive 33-year cinematic career.

Two men go backpacking to Cuba, the country full of their unique charms. For two weeks, they enjoy Che Guevara’s revolution of freedom, the exciting melody of Buena Vista Social Club, splendid old cars, and refreshment from Mojito. They find lodging by walking around, think about places to eat, sleep, and what to wear. Bargaining happens everywhere. They throw themselves into the unpredictable moments. Here are the two confused tourists with a backpack. Their travel starts now.

While the terms "quantum physics" and "Theory of Relativity" are used casually every day, not many people know what they really mean. Yet these theories have had a profound impact not only on science and technology, but also on our world view.

A documentary capturing BTS' honest moments in their "LOVE YOURSELF" world tour.

Follow the 351-day journey from 'LOVE YOURSELF TOUR' to 'SPEAK YOURSELF TOUR'. The docu-series brings a close look into the beautiful and unforgettable moments of BTS and ARMY during yet another phenomenal world tour. The members candidly reveal what holds their lasting bond together for such a long time and what they mean to each other as performers, as friends, and as brothers, on and off the stage.

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Kim Dukkhoo, who thought he was going to take a break from being a Dukkhoo(fan) since the end of Cosmic Girls' last performance, Begins to write a new diary of Cosmic Girls as a fan. The charm of twelve Cosmic Girls, revealed with the lense of their biggest fan, Kim Dukkhoo! Reality show 'Would You Like Girls (My Cosmic Diary)' is dedicated to the fans, for your thirst for more!

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This docuseries examining the chilling true stories of four Korean leaders claiming to be prophets exposes the dark side of unquestioning belief.

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Chef Baek Jong-won visits different cities, surfing through alleys looking for the best street food!

Ten Korean professional baseball teams boast a history of over forty years. Their battle to be the last champion standing begins in this never-ending showdown.

Join ASTRO’s very-first-trip to the USA!

This program will show ENHYPEN’s hard work and preparation for their debut as well as give a peek into their natural daily lives. Fans will be able to catch a glimpse of their practice room, recording process, film sites, and dormitory, and they’ll see new sides of the members as well as the chemistry between them.

Discover the harrowing tales of those who survived Korea's gloomiest chapters, shedding a light on long-hidden truths.

The new documentary will feature never-before-seen interviews with the group's current members— LEETEUK, Hee Chul, YeSung, SHINDONG, EUNHYUK, DONGHAE, SIWON, RYEOWOOK, and KYUHYUN. The SUPER JUNIOR members will recount their personal stories and share insights on the group as well as the modern K-pop industry.

Persona: Sulli consists of two films, a short film starring Sulli and a feature-length documentary based on interviews.

A new concept of blend between virtual and reality, drama and variety. This show tells what happens between the actors of a TV drama, in the “real life” after they finish the everyday filming.

Renowned musicians pull out all the stops to give a song of their choice the greatest live performance they can muster — and all in a single take.

BLACKPINK Diaries is a series of videos that are uploaded on BLACKPINK's official YouTube channel, showing exclusive moments through the world tour.

NCT 127 shares their childhood stories through art, comprising plays, animations, and performances.

LE SSERAFIM's debut documentary, The World Is My Oyster, offers a compelling inside look at the rise of one of K-Pop's most exciting new groups. This documentary series captures LE SSERAFIM's raw, unfiltered journey, highlighting the intense training, personal sacrifices, and challenges they faced on the road to their debut.

A five-part docuseries that focuses on wild animals, humans that hunt them for fun and money, and activists who try to protect the animals. Three actors are here as presenters to deliver the messages about the struggles and love of humans toward the wild animals in 11 countries including Botswana, Zimbabwe, the Republic of South Africa, and America.