The Devil Judge

Revenge served in a decorated platter

Once again a high class revenge story. Yes .The acting and cast is perfect. The music is on par with movies. But ridiculous and loopholes are everywhere. CCtV doesn't exist in this drama.. i don't get what the police officer deal? How can she be everywhere? and jump to everything ...
some people are saying because of the ML looks it didn't get more ratings than Vinzenco..relax guys.Mr.queen made it to top without ant A class actors.. This story is refreshing but it's still lacking some sense.

How come no body questions Ms.Kim even when she murdered people but people suspect ML ..writers stop portraying ML with contracting to his own self..I am still waiting for the rest of the episodes,But i hope it doesn't disappoint like vinzenco at the end...

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Okay, I really, really tried and wanted to finish this series. Accepted that this was the feel of a daytime soap opera where everything is dramatized and nothing really made sense or flowed well. They threw in as much dramatic effects as possible with car chases in miraculously empty highways, doppelgangers, coincidences that should only occur in a town with less than a hundred population, etc. It really did no justice for two of the mains portrayed by Ji Sung and Kim Min Jung, as they are the only ones to look forward to on screen.

The rest of the mains were incredibly annoying and hypocritical and were a really poor balance to the "Devil Judge". They come off as arrogant and self-righteous fools who only create more problems than solve any. They whine, cry, criticize, and complain but have no abilities to do anything about the situations, and yet they end up relying on the same ones they continuously bash over and over again.

Even ignoring glaring issues like with the Park Jin Young character who is supposed to be a judge idol but yet, he can just casually go on his investigations without being recognized? Or the fact that while he apparently worked so hard to become a judge (even though it was handed to him), he gave attitude to his employer over and over right off the bat? And despite being overly vocal about being lawful and moral, he judges his boss pretty much immediately, plants a listening bug in his office, and then invades his privacy in his own home while he was being taken care of? Then there's his equally arrogant cop girlfriend who illegally provides him with information and equipment.

What finally made me throw my hands in the air in defeat was when that incompetent and useless cop girlfriend decided it was a fantastic idea to approach a mob of troublemakers by herself, leave the handicap niece in the car, and expect things will go smoothly just because she whipped out a gun? Then, when the guys come to their rescue, she turns around to point a gun at the uncle because he's pissed off and has the assailant by the neck? Then says she's going to arrest HIM instead? Furthermore, the niece also acts up like her usual prissy brat self even though she's the one who called him begging for help?

There's just too many annoying aspects to list and I can't stand characters who want to juice the hell out of their life traumas as if they are the only ones in the world who have them. The overall plot had good potential and Ji Sung and Kim Min Jung carried their roles well, but the annoyances from the others have become overwhelming and I'm done trying.

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You need to watch this!!!!

The Devil Judge is a story about Kang Yo Han seeking justice for His Brother who died in a mysterious fire accident with his wife. He become one of the Prominent Judge of South Korea. He handle his court hearing and announce verdict through a live coverage nationwide and allow the citizen of Korea to vote if the Defendant is guilty or not in the crime. The people behind the establishment of this kind of justice system was really the target of Kang Ho Yan. The story for seeking justice is common in kdrama but what is unique in Devil Judge is the process plus the twist and the pacing was really perfect and unpredictable. Ji Sung proves again that this is His genre and his acting is thumbs up.... and Park Jin-Young , I already watch him in He is Psychometric, but in this series, the Acting, the Visuals...he really leveled up......10/10

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JUST DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND GO AND WATCH IT!

I don't usually write a review, but it is THAT great! So when i first tried to watch it, i got bored quick and dropped it. Then i decided to give it a second chance (for ji sung ofc) and let me tell you, THIS IS A MASTERPIECE!!!! So if you're still unsure about it please go and give it a watch you won't regret it. Everything is perfect in this series, from the fresh story filled with amazing plot twists to ji sung's exceptional acting, this man can ACT, ofc not forgetting the stunning music and scores... I can ramble on for days.
TLDR; go and watch it you'll thank me later. Also, do NOT search for anything you might get spoiled. Just go watch blindly!

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The Devil Judge - A MASTERPIECE ??

OMG, The Devil Judge left me completely SHOOK!!! 🤯 From start to finish, it’s an emotional rollercoaster 🎢 that I didn’t want to get off! Ji Sung as Kang Yo Han was pure perfection—charismatic, cold, and deeply vulnerable. His performance was *chef's kiss* 💋👌, making him one of the most unforgettable K-drama characters ever. 🖤⚖️

While I absolutely loved Song Joong Ki in *Vincenzo*—his suave mafioso charm was iconic—Kang Yo Han is in a league of his own. Ji Sung brought a raw intensity and complexity that made every moment electric. The plot twists in *The Devil Judge* were next-level, and the courtroom dystopian setting added an unmatched depth.

And let’s not forget Jeon Chae-eun as Kang Elijah, Yo Han’s niece—her quiet resilience and vulnerability brought so much heart to the story. The chemistry between Kang Yo Han and Kim Ga On (Jinyoung) was GOLD. 🔥 Whether you saw them as mentor and mentee or something deeper, their evolving relationship had me hooked.

With stunning cinematography, an incredible OST, and jaw-dropping monologues, *The Devil Judge* isn’t just a show; it’s an experience. If for you *Vincenzo* was brilliant, *The Devil Judge* is a masterpiece that redefined the thriller genre for me. Don’t miss it! 🙌

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ANOTHER SEASON PLEASE

I just finished binge watching this. I loved it!!!!!!!, the whole gist of this was ‘the end justifies the means’ and Judge Han did just that. There are so many twists and turns in the plot it gets you addicted to see what happens next. Lots of bad guys (male and female). I honestly did not know how it would end until the very last few minutes. First ML was absolutely perfect in his role as was second ML. The villainess really made you hate her but what a devious mind. Hope society never comes to this stage in any country. Really hope for a season two. Pleasssssseeeee.

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AMAZING DRAMA

This drama was SUCH a good first watch. I wish I could go back and watch it again for the first time! Wow I love it! Honestly the acting was really good. It has many different twists and turns or unexpected outcomes. Yes the acting is good but the OST are amazing.<3 I love nightmare the most. It plays at the end of a lot of the later episodes so you will hear it if you stay a little bit longer! Interesting plot that doesn't bore me (someone with a low attention span). The plot is complex. It has a little something for everyone (love story, angst, DRAMA, action, crime, mystery, AND MORE) but this is really great show. highly recommend.

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Eichmann in Jerusalem

Frankly speaking, I've slept on this masterpiece for quite a while, and I don't think there is much I can say that wasn't said already. So I'll just write some points that were surprising for me, or that I wish I'd known beforehand

1. There is a lot of black comedy. The series likes to parody various aspects of society, and does it well. I laughed at something in every episode.

2. Uncharacteristically to the genre and unexpectedly, there are a lot of slice of life scenes. They are pretty good. Lots of food porn too.

3. The antagonists are well written, entertaining and hateable. They have the upper hand for most of the story, so the main character is the underdog to root for.

4. This is not vigilante porn, nor does it glorify vigilantism.

5. There is no bromance between the male leads, people who say so are delusional. There is a lot of sex tension between Yohan and Seona tho.

6. If you read somewhere in reviews or the comments that Gaon is a dumbass, you weren't lied to.

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One thing you should know: Each character was a different face of mankind.

The thing i love the most about this drama: Each character showed us a different face of mankind.

Yohan shout out to us that as long as we stay silent about injustices we are no different from other corrupt people. That's why he chose to be the devil rather than being a silent hypocrite under "good person" mask, even if it makes him the scapegoat.

Gaon showed us the consequences of acting ignorantly. We saw through him that sometimes our conscience blinds us.

Sunah said man's worst enemy is himself. That's why she never loved herself, she always wanted more, but she was never happy. Because she couldn't win her war with herself. She thought she wanted Yohan's love, but what she really wanted was to feel like someone worthy of love.

Soohyun made us understand what we saw may not be true and what we think is wrong may not be wrong at all. We shouldn't act depending only our prejudice.

*opinions about ending from here -implicit spoilers-*

Some people found the show extreme, but it was actually so realistic. It was far from ordinary. You just need to look at it from a different perspective. Not everyone suddenly became a "good" person from villain. Not the system suddenly changed well. Not everything suddenly became peaceful at the end.

There was a war, it was fought, it was won.

But as in real life, years must pass after wars so that mankind can learn a lesson and do better. I couldn't have imagined a better finale than this.

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Justice does not exist in reality, all that exists is a terribly unfair game...

Devil Judge is precisely like that, a "game " set in a dystopian world where the corrupt rule the people.
And where those think they are the rulers of everything with their dirty deeds and personal greed.
The true mastermind arrives like a storm with a LIVE court, to punish the criminals with his own unconventional ways.

"It's like playing a game. And if you can't prove anything you lose the game."

Kang Yo Han is not a hero, but he isn't a criminal either.

He is playing a dangerous game against powerful forces. If there is no fairness in their dark world and society, then he makes his own rules by giving the rights for people to vote and decide on the proper punishments, by using the court app DYKE. We can say it gives the rights to people but also a dangerous influence on certain oppositions. But then again it's all in the public eye, it's bound to happen. He did not made it on purpose, the president on the other hand promoted it using excuses.

"If the devil really does exist among us, it would be... in the self-pity of the powerful."

His road to personal vengeance was long and torturous, and he carried a heavy cross not only in the scar on his back but upon his shoulders for his losses. For someone who was ostracized since young and suffered in the hands of an abusive father he grew up to be the most altruist character among them all. Perhaps we could thank Isaac for that, because he guided him well, and also Elijah for being his weakness and only family. Despite their miscommunication, they were always bonded and family.

"I am used to people looking at me like a monster, but having you look at me like that with that face... hurts my feelings a bit..."

Kim Ga On, the always indecisive player in this game. Impulsive and reckless when it comes to make decisions.
"Judas" could be an insult since in a way he is also a victim caught by the evil and played by being too gullible. He is easily influenced by others, and was coddled by his best friend since losing his parents. Coincidentally he is also a doppelganger of Yo Han's older brother, Isaac, hence the reason why he was manipulated and used in all of this.

"Are you saying that being a monster is better than being a victim?"

Although both were victims, and different forces. It was enjoyable to see their bond being created that until Ga On wavered.
Because at a certain point he did sensed a newfound family with Yo Han and Elijah, maybe because of how at ease it all seemed between them. How easily they opened the door of their house and trust to him, only to be broken down so easily...

"The anger... I understand that. Even if nobody in the world understands. I do. At least when it comes to that emotion."

That's his own and personal downfall. - The anger - It blinded him to the truth. Soo Hyun's death being the turning point.
Now, we cannot hold that accountable solely on his part. If Yo Han had been more direct in his own affairs, then perhaps they wouldn't have that rift between them that divided and created a mess of events which led to where they ended. Still, its only natural for Yo Han to not trust anyone easily and Ga On had to prove himself. He knew from the start who he was associated with, and maybe he caught on how easily manipulated Ga On could be whenever it came down to his own broken emotions.

That's what makes them apart. Where Yo Han is broken but remains strong with his eyes wide open and creating plans.
Ga On is broken and drowns in his own misery, often misjudging situations and people around him, only to regret it afterwards.

"If there's no justice in reality and it's just a game. I would like to be on the winning team."

He is naïve and too righteous to the world he lives in, while Yo Han has seen his fair share of despicable beings.

"I want to fight... the corrupt world."

Ga On showed interest the minute Yo Han let him in. However, he did not open his mind at all and put his all in this conviction.

"I don't remember asking you to understand me.
Will you stand in my way... or stand by my side?"

The minute Yo Han confronted him with this statement its bound to know it was one of the last tests for Ga On to take.
And from there on it all went down the hill. Now Ga On's intentions might have been righteous in his mind, abiding by the law and to save Yo Han from the darkness and of becoming a devil himself for his actions. But, we cannot disregard how easily swayed he was on certain things, while he should confronted and demand explanations, he jumped straight into accusations that led to unfortunate events. And in his regret, he tries his best and finally gives his all only it's too late for redemption.

"I have no choice. Once the performance ends, the actor must disappear."
"I'll go with you."
"You'll be a hero. There need not be... more than one devil."

Redemption is also a big word in this gaming world. I mean there's none for the villains.
Some even easily chose to make their way out instead of facing punishment.

Why make Sun Ah regret anything in the END? Made no sense to me. For a woman who easily killed others to achieve things and to hit Yo Han, why make her have self pity towards a young girl? Because that girl reminded her of herself? Why show that she had a bit of humanity left when she easily discarded that when killing others? Lack of love, and blinding obsession made her that way. My only complaint, her sidekick Jae Hee, did not paid for anything she did. She killed for money and got away.

It was a game with many characters, some were useless... others plain annoying and loud. The villains were greedy and snob. Sun Ah was more cunning, and ambitious so I expected more at the end. But she made her grand finale by her own hands.

Yo Han calling his Hyung in there was impactful and something that was highly anticipated.

Ga On was turned into the hero, and Yo Han probably remained a devil by the public eye.
The thing is about heroes.... loneliness is granted - He ends up alone - losing people he loved, betrayed by those he thought he could trust, and far away from those he did betrayed. Those whom he could have formed a family with, Yo Han and Elijah.

For those of us who really enjoyed this game, it's a hope for a second season.

"Do it well. If you don't, I'll come back."

As this warning lingers in the air, with that final scene.
Still, albeit hopeful it would not be the same as this one.
Sometimes, less is more. And Devil Judge is definitely that.

Ji Sung, Jin Young and Min Jung did not disappoint in their roles. They carried the whole show that's for sure.

The cinematography here was amazing, production wise really does deserves its praise. The majority of the shots were clean, and the CGI effects were believable, mainly with the major screens displayed. I really enjoyed the way they did the LIVE court, as a show with an app for voting. It's a different view of a somehow futuristic courtroom. The cases were interesting as well.

The OST is just *CHEF'S KISS* it went smooth with the scenes. The instrumental pieces worked in emotional moments.
It's hard for me to pick a favorite because I liked them all. Remarkable OST for such a powerful drama.

Devil Judge was made to be impactful. The first half was good, the second half became a bit messy but at the same time it held the interest and higher ratings. Although we are bound to either love or hate these characters, and doubt the plot we cannot deny that it was a good and different drama from the usual that we are used to see. I am glad I followed it from the start.

Highly recommended it. Either binge watch it, or savor every episode. In the end it will be worth it.
Just remember to chose a proper side, do not let your feelings cloud your decisions and theories.
I was Team Yo Han from the very start ;) So, which one will you chose?

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