Seoul Broadcasting System has recently inked a strategic partnership with Netflix, catapulting its K-drama catalog onto the world’s biggest streaming platform.

For those craving to dive into the golden era of Korean television, this may be the prime time for you to run through the series that laid the foundations of the Korean wave — though sadly, there are no foreign-language subtitles.

Here are three seminal SBS titles that made history in the early 2000s, a golden age of K-drama.

"All In"

Having logged a staggering 40 percent viewership during its run, "All In" is now available on Netflix.

Featuring Hallyu sensations Song Hye-kyo of "The Glory" and the Front Man from "Squid Game," Lee Byung-hun in their early days as actors, the 24-episode drama is a saga of love and ambition.

Lee stars as In-ha, a man whose life takes a tragic turn after he lands behind bars. Years later, he reemerges as a professional gambler, only to be fatefully reunited with his love, Soo-yeon (Song Hye-kyo).

"All In" was a cultural sensation in 2003, cementing Lee’s status as one of the most celebrated actors in the country and earning him the top honors at the SBS Drama Awards. Tune in to revel in the celebrated series while enjoying its popular soundtracks, such as Park Yong-ha's "Like the First Day."

"Why Can’t We Stop Them"

Few sitcoms in Korean television history are as beloved as "Why Can’t We Stop Them," a 293-episode sitcom that encapsulates family life in Korea in the early 2000s.

The show follows the entertaining, unpredictable stories of a multigenerational household, giving rise to some of the most enduring internet memes — including the infamous seaweed soup battle between No-gu, the stubborn grandfather, and Jung-soo, his strong-willed daughter-in-law.

But underneath the humor, "Why Can’t We Stop Them" is a sharp social commentary, critiquing Korea's rigid family structures and gender roles via its characters and plot. With its blend of light-hearted comedy and social criticism, the show is a must-watch.

"Rustic Period"

"Rustic Period" is an epic historical drama showcasing the tumultuous life of a real-life political gangster Kim Du-han, set against the backdrop of Korea’s fight for independence and post-war upheaval.

The series captivated audiences with its sharp portrayal of power struggles and street justice — rising as one of the most iconic dramas of the early 2000s and dominating the small screens with a whopping 51.8 percent peak viewership share in 2002.

For those craving a well-made historical drama filled with action and larger-than-life characters try "Rustic Period."