In his quest for a bride to break his immortal curse, a 939-year-old guardian of souls meets a grim reaper and a sprightly student with a tragic past.
An immortal goblin, weary of his eternal life, seeks an end to his existence by finding a human bride. He accidentally summons a charming grim reaper, and their lives become intertwined with a quirky, optimistic high school student who claims to be his bride. Together, they navigate love, loss, and destiny across centuries, uncovering secrets and forging unexpected bonds.
Goblin was a massive critical and commercial success in South Korea and internationally, lauded for its unique fantasy premise, compelling character development, stunning cinematography, and the chemistry between its leads. It remains one of the highest-rated cable television dramas in Korean history, praised for its blend of humor, romance, and poignant drama.
Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved Goblin, praising its unique concept, emotional depth, and the romantic storyline. Many highlighted the compelling acting and the beautiful visuals as standout features, with a significant number of reviews expressing how deeply the drama affected them.
Won numerous awards including Best Drama, Best Actor (Gong Yoo), and Best Screenplay at the Baeksang Arts Awards and the APAN Star Awards. It also received significant nominations at the tvN10 Awards.
The iconic buckwheat flower field scene, a symbol of the goblin's connection to his past love, was filmed in Pyeongchang, South Korea, and became a popular tourist destination.
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