Netflix’s New Fantasy Show Is A Global Hit (& It’s Unlike Anything You’ve Seen Before)

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A fresh K-drama is quickly becoming a hit on Netflix, offering something different from the typical shows topping the charts. Originally planned for release in 2025, it finally premiered in late January 2026. Despite the delay, it’s already gained over 2 million views and climbed to number 6 on the Top 10 streaming list in its first week.

I’m so hooked on “No Tail to Tell”! It’s about Eun-ho, a nine-tailed fox spirit who’s been living it up as a human for centuries, and honestly, she’s loving the freedom of not being a good person – it’s how she stays immortal! She just wants to enjoy life, and who can blame her? But then this totally arrogant soccer star, Kang Si-yeol, messes everything up in an accident. Suddenly, Eun-ho loses her powers and becomes human, which means she has to deal with real feelings and responsibilities for the very first time. It’s a wild ride watching her adjust!

It’s a Unique Take on a Tale as Old as Time

Critics are enjoying the K-drama No Tail to Tell, noting that while the premise of a nine-tails spirit isn’t new, the show successfully distinguishes itself from others in the genre. Joel Keller from Decider praises its blend of fantasy, lightheartedness, and a compelling redemption arc, suggesting it stands out from typical Korean romantic comedies. Viewers seem to agree, with one Reddit user highlighting the show’s fun, unpredictable plot twists – a refreshing change from the often-predictable storylines common in K-dramas. They’re definitely planning to keep watching!

I’ve been reading a lot of reviews, and it seems like most people agree the first episode is a little slow to start. But everyone says it really picks up with the second episode and becomes a really enjoyable watch after that. One viewer put it perfectly – they gave the first two episodes a 7 out of 10, saying it brought back fond memories of watching My Girlfriend is a Gumiho back in 2010, a drama they absolutely loved for its story and music. They mentioned this new show isn’t a remake, and while it hasn’t completely grabbed them yet, they’re confident episodes 3 or 4 will do the trick.

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2026-01-24 23:10