Slow and Steady

The Unique Disconnect Between Local and Global Netflix Rankings There is often a stark contrast between local Netflix Top 10 rankings in South Korea and the global Netflix charts. The primary reason for this disconnect is the overwhelming dominance of domestic K-content and original Korean series within the local market. If you frequently check international Netflix charts or global social media platforms like Instagram for drama reviews, this difference becomes incredibly apparent. In many overseas markets, even if a show isn't a domestic production, globally pushed or highly anticipated blockbuster series easily dominate the top spots. Interestingly, even in those foreign charts, a Korean drama or two can always be found ranking high. Conversely, this means it is extremely difficult for a purely foreign show to crack the viewership rankings in the South Korean market. To put it in perspective, even the massive global phenomenon Stranger Things, which ranked #1 in almost every cou...