Netflix’s No Tail to Tell K-Drama Is the Successor to This 10/10 BBC Series

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Supernatural fantasy shows have been popular on television in the 21st century, and the 2008 BBC series Being Human was a key early example of stories about mythical creatures living among us. Now, almost two decades later, another part of the world is producing a new wave of excellent supernatural series, going beyond the original Being Human and its adaptations.

Netflix’s new K-drama, No Tail to Tell, starring Kim Hye-yoon (from Lovely Runner), offers a fresh take on the familiar ‘reincarnated human’ story. Instead of a human becoming something else, this series features Eun-ho, a mischievous and immortal nine-tailed fox from Korean folklore, who actively rejects the idea of living as a human.

Being Human’s Premise Is Flipped on Its Head for This K-Drama

The show Being Human follows Mitchell, a vampire, George, a werewolf, and Annie, a ghost, as they try to live normal lives. It’s a humorous look at just how challenging everyday life can be, even for humans!

In No Tail to Tell, Eun-ho prioritizes maintaining her power, wealth, and youthful appearance, leading her to view humanity’s shortcomings and distance herself from even her closest friends who embrace a normal life.

I’ll never be human, and I’ll never experience love the way you did. I won’t suffer through a life of sadness, or end it in hopelessness. My existence will be different from yours – I won’t live your life.

-Eun-ho

Eun-ho was in control of her life until she unexpectedly met Kang Si-yeol, a promising young football player. She confidently, but perhaps a bit rudely, pointed out that his future wasn’t as bright as his teammate, Hyun Woo-seok. However, her world turned upside down when she became involved in a situation with Lee Yoon, a wealthy and impulsive client.

Despite Eun-ho carefully balancing her selfish desires with the necessary consequences, she found herself in a difficult situation. After saving someone’s life, she lost her powers and was forced to live among humans, all while being hunted by dangerous enemies who were after her and others like her.

Eun-ho, quickly nicknamed Kim Ok-soon, initially resents the person she rescued, believing they’re responsible for her current situation. However, she has to adjust to living as a human while also discovering there’s another nine-tailed fox—much like the one she used to be—secretly at work.

No Tail to Tell Swaps Horror for Greater Romantic Comedy Focus

Unlike the darker tone of Being Human, No Tail to Tell offers a heartwarming take on mythical creatures living among humans, blending it with the familiar charm of K-drama romance. The story follows Si-yeol as she adjusts to life as Ok-soon, experiencing the everyday challenges and realities of being human – including the fact that everyone eventually dies – for the very first time.

To avoid giving away too much of the story, things quickly take a turn for everyone involved. Eun-ho tries to navigate a path between using her powers for good and evil, hoping to keep them. This leads to unexpected changes, including her transformation into Ok-soon, and a complicated connection with Si-yeol.

Around the fourth episode, K-drama viewers will notice a change in the show’s atmosphere. With the main characters established, they start to adjust to their new lives, while underlying conflicts and secrets begin to emerge. Plus, a sweet romance is developing between Ok-soon and Si-yeol as they both become more down-to-earth.

Blending classic K-drama elements with storylines reminiscent of early 2000s television, this show offers a new but recognizable look at the challenges faced when someone accustomed to privilege encounters everyday life.

Eun-ho lives a very different life than the wealthy people on the reality show, but at times, his struggles feel surprisingly relatable. It’s comforting to see anyone, regardless of their status, try to adjust to the challenges of everyday life. This adjustment can be difficult and even embarrassing, but it also opens the door to personal growth by allowing vulnerability – and that’s a core part of being human.

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2026-02-02 06:19