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Watched it for Kim Nam Gil, but loved all of them!!
In the same industry that delivers some amazing heart racing mystery thrillers and revenge dramas, here comes a daily soap which is lead by this fiery priest.To be honest, the only and only reason to complete this one is Kim Nam Gil. I had dropped it once, but still watched it now and for some reason, I am not completely disappointed. It should really be mentioned that the story has plotholes, some basics missed that will at least irk you, and the biggest reason- It is a slow poke. Like real slow.
The story kind of really starts from ep 13, where you can finally see things happening that should have happened at ep 6 maybe.
But still, it is funny af. And I guess it is very similar to daily soap, so I am supposed to assume that there will be some nonsense.
I did take something from the drama, apart from the satisfaction of watching Kim Nam Gil-
That forgiving others is not something you do for others, it is something you do for yourself. But, this is definitely not that the cost of justice.
All the main leads are veteran actors who flawlessly bring this somewhat unfit piece to shine.
P.S- If you really need a reason to watch this, just pick any actor/actress you biase on, and stick to the determination of completing for them.
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There is a lot of poop in this drama.
This drama is good for a light fun time...with some dark corruption themes mixed in because Kdrama....and occasional ass explosions peppered here and there to keep things real. I especially enjoyed the comedy and character development. Hands down, the best part about Kdramas like this is that every minor character gets their moment in the sun, everyone gets their turn to be a hero. You go into it hating certain bad guys (or sometimes good guys if they're too pompous) and you come out of it liking almost everyone in the end. The bobbed haircut dude was so funny, the little Thai dude was hilarious, even the bread eating space enthusiast was super fun to watch. But hands down the best performance was from the female lead. She's so so so pretty but man can she do weird things with her face. She's over the top dramatic and I loved the scenes at the beginning when she's amping up the macho to fit in with the gross old dudes. The ML was great as well, he had a lot of emotional range... but the FL really outshines just about everyone in this drama.The action scenes were pretty well done, I really liked the female cop flying through the air to swat a bad guy, though I was annoyed she always got knocked down eventually. Like ok, I get it, she's the rookie apprentice level fighter and she had to get knocked down for the priest dude to save the day...but still, I'd have liked to see her to get to kick some solid ass more frequently. The priest dude action scenes were well done, the humorous ones were especially fun to watch. The only times I was not impressed by the action scenes is when they clearly filmed the shots in much slower motion and then very obviously sped them up to the point where they looked unrealistic. This mostly happened at the end.
The only minor complaint I have is that some smaller plot points had a lot of screen time initially but never went anywhere. I won't give too many examples, because I don't want to spoil anything for anyone who reads this, but the main dropped plot point imo was the impetus for the sidekick cop dude to look the other way. Like it's a thing for many many episodes, and then suddenly it's just not a thing. I get that was part of his redemption arc, but the threat of specific people being harmed that kept him off the straight and narrow just vanished as well. Like clearly the bad guys used the threat effectively for years, so why do they just drop the issue when little cop dude starts popping a doggo mask to take them all down?
Overall it was a really solid drama and good for a comedy watch (with a few tears sprinkled in for dramatic effect). I might watch this again in a few years, there wasn't a lot of mystery or puzzles to figure out, so there's nothing that would really be spoiled for me in rewatching it. While I tend to not rewatch dramas ever, the really fun comedies can be exceptions. For anyone thinking I rated this drama low, for me scores of 7 and higher are pretty decent dramas. To get a 10 you'd have to be epic. This drama was good and well done, but not epic. Which is ok, not every drama has to be a 10 right!
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Am I missing something?
Looking at all the other reviews, I felt compelled to say something. Not because I agree, but quite the opposite. I feel like everyone saying they lost their minds laughing at this show is in on a secret that I've not been told. Or, they watched another version of this show than I have.I went into this drama so desperately wanting to like it. I'm on episode 11, and I still feel that way, although less so, because I'm mentally giving up hopes. The humor falls so flat 99% of the time. For a show that is marked as a comedy, I sure haven't laughed much at all since I started this. It's not even the poop humor that bothers me; I watched (and loved) the first season of Sound of Your Heart that was filled with jokes like that. It just feels like the writers set the cast up with a great lead-up and then gave them a terrible punchline that misses the mark, every single time.
The acting is done well, no complaints on that front. I know it's cliche with the priest being someone that can do every single thing perfectly, but I don't really mind that as much, just wish the execution was better. The juxtaposition of a high-tempered priest working with a timid and subservient detective sounds very interesting on paper, but it takes like half the show for anything interesting to actually happen with that dynamic. The slow burn is real.
The story feels unnecessarily long, with the underdogs vs. the villains going in circles non-stop. At this point, if the villains winning makes it a shorter story, I'm ready to accept that. I don't hate this show and I'll see it through (mostly because of Kim Nam-gil), but I so badly wish the writers tried more instead of trying to cash in on a priest whose comedy 90% of the time is screaming loudly (which was funny at first but is now getting old).
Oh, but props to the music director. The priest's theme is catchy, and who can forget "HONEY HONEY"
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Action and Comedy all-in-one!
I absolutely love the whole cast—their acting is superb! Nam Gil and Lee Hanee did an amazing job, along with the side characters. They really carried and executed the show so well. Also, I love how this Korean drama has everything you could ask for—except romance (don’t hate me, but I did ship Nam Gil and Lee Hanee for a hot second HAHAHAHA). The energy of the characters was incredible, and they portrayed their roles perfectly. I’m definitely watching Season 2 soon! Aja!Was this review helpful to you?
A perfect 10/10 Drama look like thisq
The perfection being a Total Comedy Drama.Are you looking for a drama That'll make you cry with Laughing out? then this is that Drama.Trust me.I love everything about this drama.Its hard to find flaws when u enjoyed every character, every twist,every villain of this drama.
Plot: Not a single Boring episode.Character growth is on point.How they showed one's dark side with elevating their Positive side its amazing too.Every character has a Role or duty to do. i think i can evem watch it if its more than 40 episoses too.
Acting: The Bromance between Kim nam gill & Kim sung young ia over the Top.Lee ha nee character is felt strong but Those two steal the show.And there are more The Female police officer,Thai worker amd his friendship, the character development of Ko jun etc all are very beautifully done.Actors did wonderful acting too.
Music: Background music are so enthusiastic. You will feel the rage,joy with those music.
I have already rewatched it 2 times.Then i m writing this review. so obviously it has rewatch value.
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WHAT A MASTERPIECE!! Deserves SO MUCH more recognization!
I never thought I would start watching this drama and like it, but I was totally surprised, it became one of my favorites, if you like Vincenzo, this drama is totally for you, and if you have never watched it and are looking for something similar? Watch Vincenzo haha.Father Kim is a unique priest, with a secret in his past, he ended up becoming a priest to try to leave the past behind, but this ended up leaving some "marks" on his personality, he likes to take justice into his own hands. It made me laugh a lot during each episode, I never thought I would see a crazy priest, who screams in the middle of mass, screams outside of it, punches others, acts like a gangster sometimes LOL.
An excellent revenge drama without weighing down the script, without leaving a tense atmosphere at all times. It manages to balance very well between action, comedy, moments of tension and MORE comedy lol.
The secondary characters that end up becoming the priest's "gang" are wonderful too, well developed, unique, and end up becoming irreplaceable over time.
Just watch this with an open mind and heart and I guarantee you will be very surprised, The Fiery Priest is proof that a drama does not need romance to be good, and I am a person who loves romance and rarely watches anything without romance, definitely a 10/10 for me.
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It’s a blast with substance.
The Fiery Priest is one of those dramas that knows exactly what it wants to be—and goes all in. It’s loud, bold, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt when it needs to be. I didn’t expect to care this much about a hot-headed priest punching his way through corruption, but here we are.Kim Nam-gil absolutely owns this role. His performance walks a perfect line between ridiculous comedy and raw intensity. One moment he’s quoting the Bible, the next he’s unleashing righteous fury in a full-on action scene—and somehow, it works. The supporting cast is strong too, with quirky characters that feel fun and lived-in, not just filler.
What really sold me, though, is how well the drama balances tone. The comedy lands (a lot), but it never undercuts the serious moments. The themes of justice, forgiveness, and fighting evil without losing your soul are handled better than you'd expect from such a chaotic show. It slows down a little near the middle, and some gags stretch a bit long, but overall, it’s a blast with substance.
Pros:
✔ Kim Nam-gil is unforgettable in the lead role
✔ Great mix of humor, action, and heart
✔ Unique plot with strong moral undercurrents
✔ Colorful supporting characters that add to the chaos
Cons:
✘ Some repetitive comedy beats
✘ Mid-series pacing could’ve been tighter
Would I rewatch? Absolutely—especially the action scenes and iconic rants. It’s rare to find something this fun and meaningful.
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THE BEST DRAMA
Its my first time that i am writing a whole review for a drama and I have seen a lot of series and movies with action but anything wasn't like this one!!! IT WAS AWESOME AND I DIDN'T WANT TO FINISH... It has EVERY category a series can have.A lot of comedy
Very good action and more
WOOOOWW THE BEST
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Comedy genre done right
One of the best comedy drama with a solid storyline.....Each role has its significance ....u can't hate the villans too 😂...its weird coz i find the priest getting angry oddly satisfying 😂...will miss all the characters ...its my first time watching this drama but will NEVER be the last time ...this s such a comfort dramaCan't wait to watch the second season😎
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Now... That police department is a joke but I think that sad excuse for a detective Goo Dae Young and the kick a** detectivePark Kyung Sun are gonna start helping the priest. Since at the end of episode 4 it said he quit, so I think the real fun is about to start. The first couple of episodes were just a taste of the hell that about to rain down on those that killed Priest Lee Young Joon. Ooh... I feel so bad for them... Not!!!
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Un prêtre au tempérament coléreux démantèle un gang mafieux
Tout de suite le gros reproche : 20 épisodes c’est 3 de trop au moins ! Et que c’est dommage !!! On a manqué de peu un chef d’œuvre de drôlerie, d’émotion et de suspense !Avec un talent bien particulier aux Coréens, on a là un mélange très équitable de comédie burlesque, de critique au vitriol de la société coréenne sur la toile de fond d’une enquête policière. Plusieurs fois les personnages confrontés à la corruption diront « Normal ! On est en Corée du Sud ! »
Et alors les scénaristes se sont lâchés, on a droit à tout, au pipi/caca/vomi à une dose jamais atteinte à ma connaissance, à des combats très bien construits où la formation au taekwando de Kim Nam Gil éclate(il m’a rappelé mon cher Dea Gil ) , à des rebondissements nombreux (un peu trop) et à des dialogues extrêmement drôles, comme aussi plein d’émotion.
L’énorme plus du drama, c’est Kim Nam Gil, à qui les longs manteaux noirs et le col romain vont particulièrement bien, qui emmène tout le drama à fond de train, et qui sait parfaitement nous faire rire par ses réparties ou nous serrer la gorge d’émotion à l’évocation du passé terriblement douloureux qui l’a conduit à la prête!se. Mais il a en face de lui d’excellents seconds rôles, le policier corrompu qu’on lui colle aux fesses pour l’empêcher d’agir, la bonne sœur ancienne joueuse de Go professionnelle, la procureure corrompue elle aussi mais qui ne peut s’empêcher de l’aider, le chef de gang ancien boxeur, la jeune fliquette pleine d’enthousiasme et qui tombe dans ce nid de pourris en se demandant ce qu’elle fait là… J’ai eu de vraies crises de fou-rire, comme rarement, et souvent. Je me suis demandé pourquoi les scénaristes avait choisi de faire du héros un prêtre catholique, je pense qu’ils ont trouvé là le moyen d’évacuer la romance, parce qu’il n’y en a pas, sauf un début peut-être mais qui n’est pas du tout ce à quoi on se serait attendu !
J’ai beaucoup aimé la bande son, pleine d’humour, bien en accord avec le scénario, ironique par comparaison avec les scènes et les personnages.
Les personnages, justement ! Ce sont de vraies caricatures, mais peu à peu on découvre en eux suffisamment de psychologie et de profondeur pour être plus que crédibles, et la bonne idée c’est de faire du flic et de la procureure corrompus des personnages sympathiques malgré tout. Bon, il y a aussi de vrais méchants, dont certains sont méchants et ridicules, d’autres méchant et bête, d’autres juste très méchants ! Et c’est sûr que tenter de faire triompher le bien n’est pas un travail de tout repos !
Les acteurs sont remarquables, Kim Nam Gil déjà cité, Kim Sung Kyun, le policier qui a été bon mais qui s’est laissé corrompre, est parfait de naturel et de justesse, sachant laisser voir en un simple regard tout un monde d’amertume et de remords, pour passer à la comédie rigolote à la minute suivante. La palme aussi à Lee Ha Nee, procureure totalement hors norme, un rôle de femme comme je n’en avais jamais croisé dans un drama : fonceuse, parlant un langage cru, d’une ambition sans faille mais qui n’a pas perdu son humanité et qui sait parfaitement voir d’un coup d’œil les sentiments de la jeune fliquette, sans oublier Go Joon, chef de gang assez effrayant mais avec des moments laissant entrevoir une profondeur inattendue. Ils osent le burlesque dans leur jeu, et ça passe très bien ! Le scénariste(à qui on doit Chief Kim, ne l’oublions pas !! ) fait intervenir une galerie de seconds rôles formée de figures improbables d’acteurs archi-connus qui font juste un guest mais d’une drôlerie incroyable, comme le chef des Russes, ou le gourou de l’inénarrable secte qui vient mettre son grain de sel.
Le défaut, et j’y reviens, c’est la longueur ! Certains gags sont hilarants la première fois, moins quand c’est la seconde édition et c’est bien dommage ! Il n’empêche que je conseille fortement ce drama, qui m’a fait passer un excellent moment sans une seconde d’ennui !
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Le prêtre le plus explosif que tu verras...
J’ai lancé "The Fiery Priest" sans trop savoir à quoi m’attendre et… j’ai direct été embarquée 😎🔥. On suit ce prêtre colérique, complètement impulsif et imprévisible, qui balance autant de coup que de répliques qui font mouche 😤😂. Ici, le côté caricatural est assumé à fond pour tous les persos, certaines situations sont vraiment grosses, mais perso j’ai trouvé ça hilarant 😅. Ce que j’ai adoré, c’est qu’au milieu de tout ce chaos comique, le drama glisse des moments plus profonds 🥹, qui permettent de souffler et donnent un vrai contraste avec l’action et l’humour.Les effets visuels et l’OST apportent une vibe "comic book" 🎬✨ qui dynamise le visionnage, ça donne un rythme dingue et ça rend le tout encore plus fun 👍🏻. Franchement, c’est un drama qu’on peut savourer sans trop réfléchir, avec juste ce qu’il faut d’émotion pour que ça ne soit pas vide 🫶🏻
Les persos… wahoo 😆🔥 Hae-il, le prêtre colérique, il te fait autant rigoler que trembler... Sa bromance avec Dae-young le flic maladroit, c’est juste… wahoo !!! 😎💥 Entre leurs engueulades, leurs tensions et les moments où ils se couvrent mutuellement, tu sens direct qu’ils sont plus que des partenaires 🫶🏻. Seung-ah, la rookie, elle apporte cette fraîcheur et cette détermination qui dynamise le groupe selon moi👮♀️✨. Et il y a Kyung-sun, la procureure, elle te fait passer du côté sombre au côté rédemptif… tu sais jamais sur quel pied danser... jusqu’à un certain moment 😏. Et Cheol-bum, le grand méchant corrompu (ou pas), en tout cas il est là pour pousser Hae-il et sa team à donner le meilleur d’eux-mêmes 😅💀🔥. Bref, ce petit monde c’est chaos, rires et loyauté à gogo 🫶🏻🤣
Après, faut être honnête 😅, le drama devient parfois répétitif... 🔁 Certaines situations reviennent un peu trop souvent, genre "Hae-il débarque toujours au moment critique pour sauver la mise". À force, certaines scènes deviennent prévisibles 🥱. Niveau intrigue, ça tient la route mais certains arcs secondaires disparaissent sans explication, et d’autres manquent un peu de profondeur 🤯💥. J’aurais aimé que certains passages soient plus resserrés et plus intenses, mais ça reste fun et divertissant malgré tout.
Le petit essoufflement que j'ai ressenti vers le milieu s'est dissipé. Par la suite l’histoire se pose bien, tout se boucle, je n'ai pas ressenti de frustration ni de sentiment de manque. Par contre, je n'ai pas non plus envie de rush la saison 2, mais je la verrai plus tard juste pour retrouver la team 🫰🏻💥😉✌🏻
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