When the Coen Brothers released Fargo, it was one of the best dark thrillers in recent memory. Few shows or movies are willing to tackle stories with so much death and darkness, yet every once in a while, one breaks through in a big way. Karma, a South Korean drama premiering on Netflix, should be one of those exceptions. Featuring a stellar cast and an ever-shifting plot, Karma delivers on mystery and intrigue from beginning to end. While only six episodes long, it’s among the most satisfying watches of 2025.

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Based on a webtoon by Choi Hee-seon, Karma follows six intertwined lives. A down-on-his-luck debtor (Lee Hee-Jun) is underwater with loan sharks. Even his father will not help him out. However, when he discovers...