What's uncanny about 'The Uncanny Counter' is how good it is
I didn't expect to enjoy 'The Uncanny Counter' as much as I did. The series didn't take itself too seriously and the performances were solid all around. I mean, a show about demon hunting is not exactly an original concept treading over familiar territory but the characters are just so gosh darn likable! The fight scenes were well-choreographed, keeping my suspension of disbelief to a minimum, and the season 1 finale was very satisfying. As always, I'm not a fan of the 16 episodes format on Netflix with a run-time of a little over an hour for each episode and padding them with flashbacks among other things. But it proved not to be a deal-breaker...this time. I'm looking forward to season 2.Was this review helpful to you?
The Uncanny Counter – A Thrilling Blend of Action and Heart
What stood out to me about The Uncanny Counter is how well it balances supernatural action with raw human emotion. The fight choreography is sharp, fast-paced, and visually exciting, but it’s the characters that keep you invested. Each Counter has a backstory that feels authentic and moving, making their bond as a team feel natural and powerful.The show also does a great job of mixing humor with darker themes. Even during heavy moments, there are sparks of warmth that make you care deeply about the characters’ journeys. The pacing can feel uneven at times, but the emotional payoff and intensity more than make up for it.
If you enjoy action-packed series that also explore themes of grief, resilience, and friendship, this one is definitely worth watching.
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If you're a fan of the supernatural dramas then this one will be a good watch. I love the dramas Tomorrow and Mystic Pop-Up and this felt pretty similar to those two. A group that turns into a found family fighting evil spirits. It's not a new concept, but I did love the way that Uncanny Counter went about it. To start, you know when Yeom Hye Ran is in a drama she is going to play the hell out of her part. I love her so much with every one of her characters, but Ms. Chu has such a special place in my heart. A bad-ass mother figure who would do anything for her family. I loved every scene we got with her and her son and most of her scenes got me choked up. Honestly, every actor did such a great job. The other one that stood out for me was Kim Se Jeong. Ha Na's character was incredible and she did such a great job at capturing her emotions and portraying them. I loved the character development she went through throughout the series.
This show does a really good job with the effects of their powers, evil spirits, etc. Most can come off pretty cheesy, but this one was done in a nice way to where it looked actually pretty real. The action scenes were good but obviously exaggerated to play off their strength they gain as counters. I especially loved the fight scenes towards the middle and end of the series. Especially when So Mun is trying to learn how to use and control his territory power. I do wish we could've seen more of his other power of being a gateway. I feel like it got mentioned one time after Wi Gen discovers that's what he has. It's not really mentioned again after that.. and that seems like a pretty important and intense power.
I think one thing I really enjoyed about this drama was that everyone went through huge character developments and came out on the other side better. They each are dealing with their own issues and trauma, but together work through it and overcome their grief to become better people. It was really nice seeing each of them settle with that it wasn't their fault the awful things happened to them and that they should live on for their families that weren't able to. I wish we could've gotten more scenes with Ha-Na and her family, but especially Mo Tak and Jung Young. Their story had just started again and was cut so short.
I love found family dramas especially of the supernatural kind and this one was a perfect fit for that. It can get a little slow and repetitive towards the middle and I even found myself about to drop it at some point, but it quickly picks back up and gets over the hump it has.
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A family drama
it's a nice drama. the story is very nice and interesting. it got a good casting. it's emotional and interesting at the same time. about the music it is fine, but I like the story and the Casting more and it's got a good free rewatch value because it's nice to watch with the families and like there are no explicit scenes so it is good to watch and yeah, I don't know why some people say that it is not good and it is not worth watching like my best friend said she doesn't like it. I don't know why and I just finished watching season 1 and I'm starting season 2 right now. and like there are many scenes that made me so emotional. yeah it's a good drama and I would say the music is not that much to my taste but music is also nice. like the background music is good and about the intro I don't know about the it. It was fine I usually skip the intros so.Was this review helpful to you?
Who hasn't had the dream of one day getting superpowers and then take revenge on your bullies?
That is what happens to So Mun one day when he gets possessed by a spirit. Well, that is kinda what happens, turns out you only get to keep the superpowers you get if you use them for good, aka hunting down evil spirits and making sure they don't go around hurt and killing peopleThis is such a good drama that keeps the momentum from the first episode going all up until the last one, it is a fun ride with plenty of emotional moments that didn't fail to get my eyes all misty.
This is one drama I'd recommend everyone to watch since it has a little bit of everything. Great stuff!
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Waiting for season 2
Overall it was a feel good drama . Definitely enjoyed it. i was obviously supporting our counters but if im to be honest, the evil spirits did an awesome job and i found myself loving them more than main cast. The story was intriguing but there were a few loop holes that made the drama frustrating to watch. In some scenes our protagonists felt lacking in power and decision making. The Most annoying bunch was the heaven team or whatever. They were completely useless other than the fact that they provided powers in my view.I'm hoping they fix some of the issues in season 2 and hopefully the main cast will all be there . Overall if you want something fun to watch that leaves you in a good mood,this could be it. The drama is filled with superpowers,team work and is family oriented which heartwarming. You'll love it despite some of its small flaws.
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OK...but not my favorite
The actors and characters are appealing, and I like that they feature a strong middle-aged woman as one of the leads. She even occasionally gets a few good lines, although basically she's there to play den mother to the rest of them. This series started as an interesting fantasy that turned into (yet another) variation on a police procedural. Too much school bullying and endless fighting scenes. The vision of the afterlife is unimaginative and ludicrous. Everything is white, including the file cabinets and there are some crazy rules: "We want you to catch the evil spirits who are embedded in bad, bad human beings, but, hey, don't get involved in human affairs." And what is all this stuff about the "territory" boundaries moving around. Nonsensical twaddle. I know the tousled, disheveled look is in, but it's not working for Ga Mo Tak. He needs a better hairdo.Was this review helpful to you?
Can’t imagine the after life and people who are selected to protect us against evil. The series make you realize the importance of the family, friends and love ones. You will also notice the meaning of trust and forgiveness to them. Maybe at the very start is not easy to forgive anything but justice will prevail soon.
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One of my most favourite dramas
If you're wondering whether to start this drama or not, take this review as a sign that you definitely should!All of the counters have explained backstories that will make you love them even more once you get to know them better but they are so much likeable even from the start. Don't make me choose a favourite among them, I just can't. Their characters were 3rd dimensional and felt realistic. Their relationship (found family!) felt so real too, it was so wholesome how they cared for each other and took care of each other. And I loved how this drama wasn't romance focused.
The drama mixes a variety of genres so well, mainly mystery, action, thriller, and comedy with a dash of school, political, and supernatural elements. It might seem like a lot of genres that don't go well together sometimes but this drama just manages to balance everything just right. My favourite would be the action scenes, I love to see some street-leveled superheroes that don't fell overpowered at the same time.
A well-deserved 10/10 rating from me and I can't wait for season 2!
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AHHH I ABSOLUTELY LOOOVEEEE KIM SEJONG. SHES SOOO GOOD. and hana oh my lord. and SO MUN ACKKKK OTP. HES SO CUTE TOO WTFFFFF…. and them together… i hope second season they get more screen time i love the ship between the two of them….. SO CUTE.i love the found family trope awww the bonds r so tight. characters are really good. storyline i wish was less emo scary focused and had more parts of the funny side. def potential to be a comedy x thriller?. if that even works like that. too much of the evil spirits. i wish it was one of those like each episode is a different spirit, not just all of them dedicated to one spirit. and the killing
off of that new guy and the detective girl… cruel. better not have any MC deaths….. or i’ll cry. i feel like the ms chi might die…….. ANJAJAJSJMSKS,S,SMSMSM
BUT I LOVE KIM SEJONG SOOO MUCH. MY FAV ACTRESS EVER AND UST PERSON IN GENERAL. LOVE THAT WOMAN.
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another masterpiece
another masterpiece! indeed I really loved this drama! at 1st I was hesitant to watch this drama but thankfully I gave it a try and it hock me up. the plot, pacing and the story is really good and the ending was perfect it really brings tears into my eyes (take note tears don't usually fall into my eyes by just watching movies or series but there are some exception and this is one of those). the thrill and action never ends a very unique story and I am rooting for season 2. I highly recommend this to viewers who liked this genre!Was this review helpful to you?
A really fun watch!
I watched this earlier this year when it just came out on Netflix, after watching a lot of the darker dramas like Alice in Borderland, Sweet Home and Strangers from Hell, I wanted something lighter and “happier”, and The Uncanny Counter delivered just that.To me, this is a light scifi/supernatural drama with a sprinkle of comedy and also those dramatic moments that make you reach for tissues. I like the unique take of the grim reapers / demon hunters, because they are ordinary humans who sell noodles at a popular local noodle house, who also acquired curly hair once they become a Counter. I love the characters in these series, and their relationships are adorable, I especially love So Mun’s relationship with his best friends Ung-min and Ju-yeon as they have a solid, unbreakable bond. Also, can I just mention how much Yeom Hye-ran kicks ass in this? It’s awesome to see more of her in this.
Overall this is a fun series to watch, I thoroughly enjoyed it, and the drama concluded nicely too.
Rewatch value: I almost never rewatch anything, and same goes with this one, but I do love some of the fight scenes, so I wouldn't mind rewatching some of the fight sequences.
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