The Best TV Shows on SBS

Every SBS Show Ranked From Best To Worst

Soonpoong Clinic and 똑바로 살아라 represent the pinnacle of SBS’s programming, launching in 1998 and 2002. Across the timeline from 1998 to 2026, SBS has presented audiences with over 20 captivating shows. Dive into our updated selection of SBS’s finest, featuring more than 20 series as of April 2026.

  • Soonpoong Clinic
    Soonpoong Clinic (1998)9.0

  • 똑바로 살아라
    똑바로 살아라 (2002)9.0

  • Scarlet Heart: Ryeo
    Scarlet Heart: Ryeo (2016)8.5

    A story of a 25-year-old Go Hajin who is transported back in time to the Goryeo Dynasty. She then wakes up in the body of Lady Hae Soo and finds herself amongst the ruling princes of the Wang Family.

  • My Demon
    My Demon (2023)8.5

    A pitiless demon becomes powerless after getting entangled with an icy heiress, who may hold the key to his lost abilities — and his heart.

  • While You Were Sleeping
    While You Were Sleeping (2017)8.4

    Nam Hong Ju, endowed with the ability to foresee events, resides with her widowed mother who runs a small restaurant. Despite her gift, she often finds herself powerless to change the outcomes. On the other side of the street, Jung Jae Chan, a rookie prosecutor, and his younger brother Seung Won become their new neighbors. An unusual dream involving Hong Ju, ruthless attorney Lee Yu Beom, and a life-saving intervention leads Jae Chan to realize their destinies are intertwined, as they begin sharing dreams and connecting in mysterious ways.

  • The Penthouse
    The Penthouse (2020)8.4

    A woman puts everything on the line to achieve her goal of being able to move into a luxury penthouse in the Gangnam District. In the process, she gradually finds herself turning into a monster.

  • Business Proposal
    Business Proposal (2022)8.4

    In disguise as her friend, Ha-ri shows up to a blind date to scare him away. But plans go awry when he turns out to be her CEO — and makes a proposal.

  • Running Man
    Running Man (2010)8.3

    These days, as variety shows are gradually disappearing, this is one of Korea’s representative variety shows that has been responsible for Sunday evenings for over 10 years. This program features numerous stars and members going around various places, playing games, and completing missions. In particular, among the many fun elements of variety shows, this one focuses solely on laughter. Open your eyes! Big fun is coming in! Open your mouth! Big laughter is coming in! Open your heart! Useful lessons are coming in!

  • My Love from the Star
    My Love from the Star (2013)8.3

    An alien who came to Earth 400 years ago is almost able to return to his own planet, but when he meets a famous actress, he doesn't want to go home.

  • Vagabond
    Vagabond (2019)8.3

    Stuntman Cha Dal-geon gets involved in a tragic airplane crash and ends up discovering a national corruption scandal in the process. Go Hae-ri, the oldest daughter of a deceased marine, decides to work for the National Intelligence Service as a secret ops agent in order to support her mom and younger siblings, although all she wanted to do is to become a civil servant.

  • Dr. Romantic
    Dr. Romantic (2016)8.2

    An eccentric, triple board-certified virtuoso surgeon leaves a top job in Seoul and ends up at a provincial hospital, where he mentors young doctors.

  • Taxi Driver
    Taxi Driver (2021)8.2

    A former special forces soldier delivers revenge for victims of injustice while working for a secret organization that fronts as a taxi company.

  • Dynamite Kiss
    Dynamite Kiss (2025)8.1

    A passionate fling in Jeju ends abruptly — until fate reunites an heir and a young woman when she joins his company, disguised as a married mother.

  • Phantom Lawyer
    Phantom Lawyer (2026)7.5

    A timid lawyer who suddenly gains the ability to see ghosts teams up with a cold, elite attorney, and together they take on supernatural clients whose unfinished business reveals buried truths.

  • X-Man
    X-Man (2003)7.2

    Celebrity guests are split into two teams to compete in various contests. One guest, known only to himself, is designated the "X-Man", and does his best to cause his team to lose the contests. At the end, all guests try to determine the X-Man's identity.

  • My Little Old Boy
    My Little Old Boy (2016)7.0

    How much do you know about your grown up son? In Mom’s Diary, the daily lives of the grown up celebrity sons are closely observed by their mothers. Do you know why your son drinks so much these days? How much do you know about your son’s philosophy in his life style? Heart-warming moments of observational communication between a mother and a son can be seen on Mom’s Diary.

  • Baek Jong-won's Alley Restaurant
    Baek Jong-won's Alley Restaurant (2018)7.0

    Baek Jong-won, whose sharp business acumen and cooking mastery earned him a nickname 'the chef with golden hand,' is here to revive failing restaurants. Owners who bear Master Baek’s harsh criticism and take his advice will make their business fail proof!

  • Shooting Stars
    Shooting Stars (2021)6.5

    Female soccer teams comprised of celebrities and non celebrities, working together to battle it out on the soccer field. Most have little soccer experience, but with the coaching from various Korean soccer legends, the team members grow with a fierce passion that leads to inspiring victories and regretful losses. Each team is grouped by certain types i.e. comedians, models, foreigners, actresses, etc. Unpredictable and exciting, the games are filled with fun intensity and emotions on high.

  • Law of the Jungle
    Law of the Jungle (2011)6.0

    Law of the Jungle is a hybrid reality show combining elements of drama and documentary. The show is hosted by comedian Kim Byung Man, and each episode invites various celebrities from the various field. So far, many of idol stars and famous actors have appeared on the show. The show introduces viewers to exotic locations around the world where celebrities must work together in order to complete missions and survive. The cast celebrities travel to less habituated, natural places to survive on their own and experience life with local tribes and people. In each location, the guests are tasked to hunt and prepare their meals and also create shelter for the tribe. They sometimes confronted by many difficult challenges. Where will the tribe visit? And how will they survive on their own? Stay tuned to check out!

  • Ya Shim Man Man
    Ya Shim Man Man (2003)N/A

    Yashimmanman is a South Korean talk show. Citizens were surveyed about various questions, and celebrity guests had to guess the public's top answers to the questions, sparking much discussion.