The Devil Judge

Tell me it's a subtle South Korean Hannibal without telling me it is...

ᴍʏ ʀᴀᴛɪɴɢ ꜱʏꜱᴛᴇᴍ: 10 = [ʟᴏᴠᴇᴅ ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴛʜɪɴɢ ᴀʙᴏᴜᴛ ɪᴛ, ɴᴏ ᴄᴏᴍᴘʟᴀɪɴᴛꜱ, ɪɴ ᴍʏ ᴏᴘɪɴɪᴏɴ ɪᴛ ᴡᴀꜱ 'ᴘᴇʀꜰᴇᴄᴛ', ᴡᴏᴜʟᴅ ʀᴇᴄᴄ ɪᴛ]

I suppose only people who have watched Hannibal will see the parallels, and I saw them all. The context is so different, but the key moments and characters are all there! I won't go into detail about how the shows line up because this review is meant to be about The Devil Judge, which is just fantastic in the same visual, emotional, indulgent and treacherously intriguing way that Hannibal NBC was, while being an entire treat by itself in it's interesting story. I did not mind a single second of all 16 eps.

I don't know if the writer of this has actually watched Hannibal or if the energy of this show was coincidental, but either way, it was a hell of a fix and a damn good watch.

That said, this show checks ALL of my boxes, so it may not be to everyone's taste and my review is totally based on my bias.
For those who like a clear line between good and bad, this is not for you, the 'good guys' are not the focus, but the 'right guys' on the other hand...

All GOOD, no BAD or UGLY. I've already rewatched it and I will do so again.

This show made me a FAN ya'll. And Ji Sung is perfection.

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The Devil Judge

I just finished ep 15 and I was blown and I legit mean blown away. This whole Kdrama was so full of suspense and mystery and anxiety of not knowing what's to come. But that's the charm to it not knowing. I was mesmerised and taken away from the start. I liked how the drama slowly brings u into storyline and then suddenly hits u with like milion facts at once and with such a messy plot. It is a messy but I like it. I like how messy and twisted it can be and how it actually shows reality of some real possible future or like a stimulation of one. Directors and writers did a good one on this one and the actors are amazing at portraying their emotions. I could feel every single emotion they felt and that means a lot when I as an audience member can connect on that level with characters. Through this drama I felt various emotions from the unfairness to injustice and just raw and cruel emotions and real. This drama was really real. And it portrayes many sides at once that's another charm of its own. I really love this drama it might even be my favorite so far. That's how good it is!
It is worth rewatching again but that first time the first thrill and suspense emotions u feel, well nothing can replace the first time. I fully recommend watching this K-Drama it is so worth your time trust me I won't be wrong on this one.
Can't wait to see the final episode and what's in store for us

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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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"A courtroom drama that feels like a battlefield".

The Devil Judge is one of the most intense and stylish K-dramas I’ve watched.

From the first episode, it creates a dark and powerful atmosphere that keeps you hooked.

Ji Sung absolutely carried the drama with his incredible acting and screen presence.

His portrayal of Kang Yo Han felt mysterious, cold, emotional, and unforgettable at the same time.

The courtroom scenes were thrilling and made every judgment feel impactful.

The chemistry between the leads and the moral conflicts made the story even stronger.

The drama constantly makes you question what justice really means.

The reveal of Kang Yo Han’s true emotions and the pain behind his actions made his character even more powerful.
The cinematography, soundtrack, and tension in every episode were top tier.

Overall, The Devil Judge is a bold, entertaining, and unforgettable drama that deserves all the praise.

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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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