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{{short description|Online illegal movie streaming site network}}
{{Short description|Asian online movie streaming website}}
{{Use mdy dates|date=December 2024}}
{{Infobox website
{{Infobox website
| name = Dramacool
| name = Dramacool
| logo = <!-- Logo Image URL (optional) -->
| logo = <!-- Logo Image URL (optional) -->
| logo_alt = <!-- Logo Alt Text (optional) -->
| logo_alt = <!-- Logo Alt Text (optional) -->
| screenshot = <!-- Screenshot Image URL (optional) -->
| screenshot = <!-- Screenshot Image URL (optional) -->
| caption = Dramacool website screenshot
| caption = Dramacool website screenshot
| url = https://www.dramacool.la <!-- or active URL, if any -->
| url =
| type = Streaming platform
| type = Streaming platform
| language = Multiple (primarily English, Korean, Chinese)
| language = Multiple (primarily English, Korean, Chinese)
| registration = Optional
| registration = Optional
| owner = Unknown
| owner = Unknown
| launch_date = 2015
| launch_date = 2015
| current_status = Shut down
| current_status = Shut down
| country_of_origin = Unknown
| country_of_origin = Unknown
}}
}}


'''Dramacool''' was a website that provided free access to a variety of Asian television shows and films, focusing primarily on Korean dramas.<ref>{{Cite web |title=AsianWikis vs Dramacool and Shutdowns |url=https://asianwikitv.com/dramacool-shutdown-and-education-on-piracy.html |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=asianwikitv.com}}</ref> The platform offered streaming services in multiple languages, catering to an international audience. Its shutdown in late 2024 was reportedly due to increased enforcement of copyright regulations.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Popular drama piracy site DRAMACOOL shuts down |url=https://www.allkpop.com/article/2024/11/popular-drama-piracy-site-dramacool-shuts-down |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=allkpop |language=en}}</ref>
'''Dramacool''' was a website that provided free access to a variety of Asian television shows and films, focusing primarily on Korean dramas. The platform offered streaming services in multiple languages, catering to an international audience. Its shutdown in late 2024 was reportedly due to increased enforcement of copyright regulations.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Popular drama piracy site DRAMACOOL shuts down|url=https://www.allkpop.com/article/2024/11/popular-drama-piracy-site-dramacool-shuts-down|website=allkpop|language=en|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref>{{Unreliable source|reason=Per [[WP:KO/RS#UR]]|date=December 2024}}


== History ==
==History==
Dramacool was launched in 2015, serving as a resource for viewers seeking free access to Asian dramas and films. The platform gained popularity due to its extensive library, user-friendly interface, and frequent updates. Content was categorized by region, including Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and Thai dramas.
Dramacool was launched in 2015, serving as a resource for viewers seeking free access to Asian dramas and films. The platform gained popularity due to its extensive library, user-friendly interface, and frequent updates. Content was categorized by region, including Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and Thai dramas.


While Dramacool's offerings were well-received by users, the site operated without licensing agreements, making it a target for anti-piracy efforts.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-02-12 |title=WHAT IS DRAMACOOL? {{!}} November 2024 |url=https://ukcareguide.co.uk/what-is-dramacool/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=UK Care Guide}}</ref>
While Dramacool's offerings were well-received by users, the site operated without licensing agreements, making it a target for anti-piracy efforts.<ref>{{Cite web|title=WHAT IS DRAMACOOL? {{!}} November 2024|url=https://ukcareguide.co.uk/what-is-dramacool/|website=UK Care Guide|date=February 12, 2023|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref>


== Shutdown ==
==Shutdown==
On November 28, 2024, Dramacool ceased operations.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Chakraborty |first=Adrija |date=2024-11-28 |title="Now where can I get these dramas"- Fans disappointed as popular K-drama site, Dramacool announces shut down |url=https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/k-pop/now-can-i-get-dramas-fans-disappointed-popular-k-drama-site-dramacool-announces-shut |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=www.sportskeeda.com |language=en-us}}</ref> The closure followed a broader crackdown on piracy websites,<ref>{{Cite web |title=K-Drama Streaming Site Dramacool Shuts Down, Fans Call It ‘End Of An Era’ |url=https://www.news18.com/movies/k-drama-streaming-site-dramacool-shuts-down-fans-call-it-end-of-an-era-9138589.html |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=News18 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-11-27 |title=Why BTS’s Jin Only Ever Wears One Hat: The Shocking Explanation |url=https://www.koreaboo.com/news/bts-jin-wears-bighit-music-cap-gucci/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Koreaboo |language=en-US}}</ref> which had faced increasing legal challenges from copyright holders.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Popular K-Drama Streaming Site Shuts Down |url=https://www.koreaboo.com/news/beloved-k-drama-fan-sites-shutting-dramacool/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Koreaboo |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Dramacool down today November, 2024? Dramacool.rs not working for me or everyone else? |url=https://updownradar.com/status/dramacool.rs |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=updownradar.com |language=en}}</ref>
On November 28, 2024, Dramacool ceased operations.<ref>{{Cite web|title="Now where can I get these dramas"- Fans disappointed as popular K-drama site, Dramacool announces shut down|url=https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/k-pop/now-can-i-get-dramas-fans-disappointed-popular-k-drama-site-dramacool-announces-shut|website=www.sportskeeda.com|language=en-us|last=Chakraborty|first=Adrija|date=November 28, 2024|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref> The closure followed a broader crackdown on piracy websites,<ref>{{Cite web|title=K-Drama Streaming Site Dramacool Shuts Down, Fans Call It 'End Of An Era'|url=https://www.news18.com/movies/k-drama-streaming-site-dramacool-shuts-down-fans-call-it-end-of-an-era-9138589.html|website=News18|language=en|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref> which had faced increasing legal challenges from copyright holders.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Popular K-Drama Streaming Site Shuts Down|url=https://www.koreaboo.com/news/beloved-k-drama-fan-sites-shutting-dramacool/|website=Koreaboo|language=en|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref>{{Unreliable source|reason=Per [[WP:KO/RS#UR]]|date=December 2024}}<ref>{{Cite web|title=Dramacool down today November, 2024? Dramacool.rs not working for me or everyone else?|url=https://updownradar.com/status/dramacool.rs|website=updownradar.com|language=en|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Dramacool Announces Ceasing Operations Amidst Legal Pressure and Copyright Concerns|url=https://www.technadu.com/dramacool-shutdown-ceasing-operations-legal-pressure-copyright-concerns/559287/|website=TechNadu|language=en-US|last=Apostol|first=Lore|date=November 29, 2024|access-date=November 30, 2024}}</ref>


The shutdown impacted a significant portion of the site's user base, who relied on the platform for free access to Asian dramas.<ref>{{Cite web |title=K-Drama Streaming Site Dramacool Shuts Down, Fans Call It ‘End Of An Era’ |url=https://www.news18.com/movies/k-drama-streaming-site-dramacool-shuts-down-fans-call-it-end-of-an-era-9138589.html |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=News18 |language=en}}</ref> The site’s closure highlighted the growing pressure on illegal streaming services from both industry stakeholders and legal authorities.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-11-27 |title=Popular K-Drama Streaming Site Shuts Down, Leaving Netizens Devastated |url=https://www.koreaboo.com/news/beloved-k-drama-fan-sites-shutting-dramacool/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Koreaboo |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-11-27 |title=Drama cool (Asianc, Dramanice, Watchasia, Runasian, Asianwiki) is shutting down their websites due to copyright |url=https://hallyuplus.net/threads/drama-cool-asianc-dramanice-watchasia-runasian-asianwiki-is-shutting-down-their-websites-due-to-copyright.84002/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Hallyu+ |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-10-09 |title=Is Dramacool Down Today? Or Not Working Right Now? |url=https://isitdownorjustme.net/status/dramacool-pa/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=isitdownorjustme.net |language=en-GB}}</ref>
The shutdown impacted a significant portion of the site's user base, who relied on the platform for free access to Asian dramas.<ref>{{Cite web|title=K-Drama Streaming Site Dramacool Shuts Down, Fans Call It 'End Of An Era'|url=https://www.news18.com/movies/k-drama-streaming-site-dramacool-shuts-down-fans-call-it-end-of-an-era-9138589.html|website=News18|language=en|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref> The site's closure highlighted the growing pressure on illegal streaming services from both industry stakeholders and legal authorities.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Popular K-Drama Streaming Site Shuts Down, Leaving Netizens Devastated|url=https://www.koreaboo.com/news/beloved-k-drama-fan-sites-shutting-dramacool/|website=Koreaboo|language=en-US|date=November 27, 2024|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref>{{Unreliable source|reason=Per [[WP:KO/RS#UR]]|date=December 2024}}<ref>{{Cite web|title=Drama cool (Asianc, Dramanice, Watchasia, Runasian, Asianwiki) is shutting down their websites due to copyright|url=https://hallyuplus.net/threads/drama-cool-asianc-dramanice-watchasia-runasian-asianwiki-is-shutting-down-their-websites-due-to-copyright.84002/|website=Hallyu+|language=en-US|date=November 27, 2024|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Is Dramacool Down Today? Or Not Working Right Now?|url=https://isitdownorjustme.net/status/dramacool-pa/|website=isitdownorjustme.net|language=en-GB|date=October 9, 2023|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref>


== Impact and Legal Alternatives ==
==Impact and legal alternatives==
Dramacool’s shutdown underscored the importance of supporting licensed streaming platforms. Legal services such as [[Netflix]], [[Viki]], [[iQIYI]], and [[WeTV]] have gained prominence in recent years, providing legitimate access to Asian dramas while compensating content creators. These platforms offer subscription-based and ad-supported models, ensuring a sustainable revenue stream for the industry.
Dramacool's shutdown underscored the importance of supporting licensed streaming platforms. Legal services such as [[Viki (streaming service)|Viki]], [[iQIYI]], and WeTV have gained prominence in recent years, providing legitimate access to Asian dramas while compensating content creators. These platforms offer subscription-based and ad-supported models, ensuring a sustainable revenue stream for the industry.


The transition from illegal [[Streaming media|streaming]] to legal platforms has also reduced risks associated with piracy, such as exposure to [[malware]] and unreliable content sources.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Dramacool Shuts Down Pirate Operation Following Legal Pressure * TorrentFreak |url=https://torrentfreak.com/dramacool-shuts-down-pirate-operation-following-legal-pressure-241128/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=malaymail |date=2024-11-28 |title=No happy ending: Beloved pirate site Dramacool shuts down, leaving fans heartbroken and streamingless |url=https://headtopics.com/my/no-happy-ending-beloved-pirate-site-dramacool-shuts-down-62614298 |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Head Topics |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Free-for-all streaming site Soap2day shuts down suddenly |url=https://mothership.sg/2023/06/soap2day-closed/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=mothership.sg |language=en}}</ref>
The transition from illegal [[Streaming media|streaming]] to legal platforms has also reduced risks associated with piracy, such as exposure to [[malware]] and unreliable content sources.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Dramacool Shuts Down Pirate Operation Following Legal Pressure * TorrentFreak|url=https://torrentfreak.com/dramacool-shuts-down-pirate-operation-following-legal-pressure-241128/|language=en|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=No happy ending: Beloved pirate site Dramacool shuts down, leaving fans heartbroken and streamingless|url=https://headtopics.com/my/no-happy-ending-beloved-pirate-site-dramacool-shuts-down-62614298|website=Head Topics|language=en|last=malaymail|date=November 28, 2024|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Free-for-all streaming site Soap2day shuts down suddenly|url=https://mothership.sg/2023/06/soap2day-closed/|website=mothership.sg|language=en|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref>


== Ethical Considerations ==
==Ethical considerations==
The closure of Dramacool serves as a reminder of the ethical implications of piracy. Illegal streaming deprives creators and distributors of revenue, potentially hindering future content production. Legal streaming platforms enable audiences to access high-quality content while supporting the industry’s sustainability.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Popular illegal drama streaming site Dramacool shuts down, devastating many worldwide |url=https://mothership.sg/2024/11/dramacool-shut-down/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=mothership.sg}}</ref>
The closure of Dramacool serves as a reminder of the ethical implications of piracy. Illegal streaming deprives creators and distributors of revenue, potentially hindering future content production. Legal streaming platforms enable audiences to access high-quality content while supporting the industry's sustainability.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Popular illegal drama streaming site Dramacool shuts down, devastating many worldwide|url=https://mothership.sg/2024/11/dramacool-shut-down/|website=mothership.sg|access-date=November 28, 2024}}</ref>

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== See Also ==


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==See also==
* [[Online piracy]]
* [[Online piracy]]
* [[Streaming media]]
* [[Streaming media]]
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* [[YIFY]] Torrents (or YTS), online movie file downloading network
* [[YIFY]] Torrents (or YTS), online movie file downloading network
* [[Popcorn Time]], a [[freeware]] program allowing users to watch movies through torrenting on several platforms.
* [[Popcorn Time]], a [[freeware]] program allowing users to watch movies through torrenting on several platforms.
== References ==
==References==
{{Reflist}}
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== External links ==


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==External links==
* [https://asianwikitv.com/dramacool-shutdown-and-education-on-piracy AsianWikiTV] on [[Dramabeans]]
* [https://x.com/dramacoolcom/status/1861628424147869919 Dramacool] on [[Twitter]]
* [https://kshow123.pro/ Dramacool] on [[Twitter]]
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* [https://www.reddit.com/r/Piracy/comments/1h0x69e/dramacool_is_officially_shutting_down_all_of/ Dramacool] on [[Reddit]]
* [https://www.facebook.com/dramacoolnice/ Dramacool] on [[Facebook]]
* [https://dramacool.cyou/ Dramacool] on [[Dramacool]]
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[https://www.facebook.com/dramacoolnice/ Dramacool] on [[Facebook]]
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Revision as of 14:53, 1 January 2025

Dramacool
Type of site
Streaming platform
Available inMultiple (primarily English, Korean, Chinese)
Country of originUnknown
OwnerUnknown
RegistrationOptional
Launched2015
Current statusShut down

Dramacool was a website that provided free access to a variety of Asian television shows and films, focusing primarily on Korean dramas. The platform offered streaming services in multiple languages, catering to an international audience. Its shutdown in late 2024 was reportedly due to increased enforcement of copyright regulations.[1][unreliable source?]

History

Dramacool was launched in 2015, serving as a resource for viewers seeking free access to Asian dramas and films. The platform gained popularity due to its extensive library, user-friendly interface, and frequent updates. Content was categorized by region, including Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and Thai dramas.

While Dramacool's offerings were well-received by users, the site operated without licensing agreements, making it a target for anti-piracy efforts.[2]

Shutdown

On November 28, 2024, Dramacool ceased operations.[3] The closure followed a broader crackdown on piracy websites,[4] which had faced increasing legal challenges from copyright holders.[5][unreliable source?][6][7]

The shutdown impacted a significant portion of the site's user base, who relied on the platform for free access to Asian dramas.[8] The site's closure highlighted the growing pressure on illegal streaming services from both industry stakeholders and legal authorities.[9][unreliable source?][10][11]

Dramacool's shutdown underscored the importance of supporting licensed streaming platforms. Legal services such as Viki, iQIYI, and WeTV have gained prominence in recent years, providing legitimate access to Asian dramas while compensating content creators. These platforms offer subscription-based and ad-supported models, ensuring a sustainable revenue stream for the industry.

The transition from illegal streaming to legal platforms has also reduced risks associated with piracy, such as exposure to malware and unreliable content sources.[12][13][14]

Ethical considerations

The closure of Dramacool serves as a reminder of the ethical implications of piracy. Illegal streaming deprives creators and distributors of revenue, potentially hindering future content production. Legal streaming platforms enable audiences to access high-quality content while supporting the industry's sustainability.[15]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Popular drama piracy site DRAMACOOL shuts down". allkpop. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  2. ^ "WHAT IS DRAMACOOL? | November 2024". UK Care Guide. February 12, 2023. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  3. ^ Chakraborty, Adrija (November 28, 2024). ""Now where can I get these dramas"- Fans disappointed as popular K-drama site, Dramacool announces shut down". www.sportskeeda.com. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  4. ^ "K-Drama Streaming Site Dramacool Shuts Down, Fans Call It 'End Of An Era'". News18. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  5. ^ "Popular K-Drama Streaming Site Shuts Down". Koreaboo. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  6. ^ "Dramacool down today November, 2024? Dramacool.rs not working for me or everyone else?". updownradar.com. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  7. ^ Apostol, Lore (November 29, 2024). "Dramacool Announces Ceasing Operations Amidst Legal Pressure and Copyright Concerns". TechNadu. Retrieved November 30, 2024.
  8. ^ "K-Drama Streaming Site Dramacool Shuts Down, Fans Call It 'End Of An Era'". News18. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  9. ^ "Popular K-Drama Streaming Site Shuts Down, Leaving Netizens Devastated". Koreaboo. November 27, 2024. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  10. ^ "Drama cool (Asianc, Dramanice, Watchasia, Runasian, Asianwiki) is shutting down their websites due to copyright". Hallyu+. November 27, 2024. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  11. ^ "Is Dramacool Down Today? Or Not Working Right Now?". isitdownorjustme.net. October 9, 2023. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  12. ^ "Dramacool Shuts Down Pirate Operation Following Legal Pressure * TorrentFreak". Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  13. ^ malaymail (November 28, 2024). "No happy ending: Beloved pirate site Dramacool shuts down, leaving fans heartbroken and streamingless". Head Topics. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  14. ^ "Free-for-all streaming site Soap2day shuts down suddenly". mothership.sg. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  15. ^ "Popular illegal drama streaming site Dramacool shuts down, devastating many worldwide". mothership.sg. Retrieved November 28, 2024.

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