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I rate like a kindergarten teacher.
I'd like to state although no one asked that this is my first review,100 nd something drama's since I got invested 2 year ago and lee dong wook being my go to actor considering It all started with a mistake of a button on netflix (nine tailed fox) next thing I know I'm whipped,so its only right it his drama I'm starting withsecondly I put very much consideration to the fact that reviews and comment sections are what drives most people to watch certain shows so I'll do my best,on that note
WATCH THIS SHOW
ignoring the fact that a lot of k dramas have plot holes,this included i'd like to take to heart the acting of both male leads and the support cast too, for making it a wholesome drama. you can clearly see that the writers not only tried a different approach by making a loop of different villans with captivating stories but tried to maintain a thrill and keep u invested from
the murderous politician
the dirty cops
the drug dealer
and the psychopath therapist
you had your self a hand full of people to snare at while also following a very delicate issue of mental health which considering I have an uncle that was stricken with such at a young age (An handsome pilot) who all of a sudden started talking to people we couldn't see and ended up dieing due to paranoia,( although no asked)but this hit close to home for me and seeing it made me understand the struggle a bit all the while laughing and reminiscing of similar occurances.
BUT the series takes u on a roller coster ride although I wouldn't go back to rewatch it (cause mainly I never do that to series I love, weird) but because certain plot holes had me heated up and rilled up sometimes,but still I saw it through and men what a ride it was. lee dong wook poses as cute but badass cop showing an exceptional skill in both acting and compatability, wi ha joon made such an impression that I'm on a rampage for all his drama's now his growth as an actor wow and the chemistry they both had made me want to start a petition for them to be in another show highlighting just their bromance,the young cop that made u grin,aww and swoon at each of his scenes, the best friend cop that had a "I love u but not this corrupt asshole" relationship and the badass ex lover cop who kept kicking sense into the ML's head. Each premises made u love the show
it has a lot of flaws YES but take the time to just enjoy it as simple as is and you'll leave with zero regrets
I know I said a whole bunch of unnecessary things but I reviewed from my heart chessy as it may be but if ever you come across my review let this be a sign to watch this show because its really did a commendable job entertaining which is all we need right now.
if this sucked,I'll do better next time promise😆💜💜💜
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A Great Time
The most unique aspect of this drama is also its best aspect, in the double personalities. Though the plot convenience at times is a bit prevalent with these split personalities, it's absolutely made up for with the show just being extremely entertaining to watch. Story-wise, I would say that it does fall off a little towards the end and loses some of the initial steam, though it remains enjoyable throughout. The side romance may have been a little forced, but was not completely out of place. The relationship between MC and K is very reminiscent of Disco Elysium, and the almost surrealist humor that results from that is very entertaining whenever it pops up. Overall a great watch and an entertaining drama, though could have been better.Was this review helpful to you?
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it may not be for everyone, but it is DEFINITELY for me
i had SO much fun watching this show. it struck a good balance between comedy and suspense and i was never bored. the plot moved at a breakneck speed which may be off putting to some, but i really enjoyed it. i found all of the main characters compelling and was super invested in their stories. this show sits squarely in the middle of all of my favorite genres and includes several of my favorite actors, which is yet another reason that i love it so dearly. my main critique is that it ended super abruptly, which makes sense for how fast the plot was moving but still felt dissatisfying. after such a long struggle trying to prove the guilt of the big bad yun-ho, he was arrested and convicted off screen? after they went through like 8 episodes going after the drug people, they casually arrest the kingpin and never mention her drug empire again? after they establish k's feelings for hui-gyeom and have suyeol kiss her, they never go anywhere with either relationship? i think my frustration with the ending is a testament to just how much i loved this show. it wasn't perfect, but it was so much fun to watch!Was this review helpful to you?
After seeing his immersive acting as Choi Do-Il in the Korean drama 'Little Women', I got curious and saw his profile on the asianwiki page. It turned out that he had acted effortlessly as Ji Seo-Jun in the Korean drama Romance is a Bonus Book (2019) and had supporting roles in other dramas, one of which was the Korean drama Goodbye Mr. Black (2016)
Pretty long brewing huh?
Wi Ha-Joon showed his quality by being able to match the acting of a senior actor, Lee Dong-Wook. Not only are they different in flying hours, the ages of the two are far apart, Wi Ha-Joon (1991), while Lee Dong-Wook (1981)
Even Wi Ha-Joon's acting as K really colored the Korean drama Bad and Crazy: His face is always cheerful, temperamental, funny, brave, and of course handsome! In contrast, Ryu Soo-Yeol's character is cool, flamboyant, and tends to hold back.
The combination of the two dominates the color of the Korean drama Bad and Crazy. Because overall, this drama has a dark nuance. About child abuse. About killing by the ruler. As well as about the black world of drugs.
Compared to its predecessor which also tells about multiple personalities, I prefer the Korean drama Bad and Crazy which feels more real. Starting with Ryu Soo-Yeol's confusion when his alter ego appears, then doing a series of therapies and ending with the alter ego, K.
His predecessor dramas: Korean drama Kill Me, Heal Me and Korean drama Hyde Jekyll, Me are more like jokes with romantic spices. The psychological genre is just a patch. Whereas in the Korean drama Bad and Crazy, it's the opposite: Romance is just a patch.
So, why is the Korean drama Bad and Crazy not as successful as its predecessor? Most likely the market has been saturated. Every month there are good dramas that make kdrama lovers confused.
Finally, choosing a drama based on the likes of the actress/actor, can be the right decision.
The next review can be read here: https://www.maria-g-soemitro.com/2023/01/bad-and-crazy-review-drama-korea.html
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not good not bad
this show felt like it was divided into two different stories. the first story was incredibly boring to me. but when the second story started... i loved it! it was really thrilling to watch and i enjoyed the plot a lot. the main idea of the show -the main character having a psychological disorder and having another personality (sorry, i actually dont know how to exactly explain it)- was really fun to watch. lee dong wook and wi ha joon's chemistry was really good, they made a great duo. my score is a bit low because the first six episodes didn't attract me at all and i barely remember anything about that part. however, as i mentioned the last six episodes are so exciting. the cast is also amazing. if you enjoy this genre, this drama is definitely worth watching.Was this review helpful to you?
Excellent script, unique characterization, excellent actors
Excellent script, unique characterization, excellent actors, no extra scenes, attractive in its own genre in such a way that you are running to the end of the story to see what happens.I can't tell you how good it is, lovers of action, thriller and mystery genres, hurry up because this series is for you.
Lee Dong Wook was also very good here
I fell in love with the relationship between Ki and Soyol.😍
I say again, check it in its own genre, for example, if you want romance, this series is not for you.
Indeed, if you are sad after watching a TV series and are looking for something to make you feel better, this is a very good choice
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really fun watch
honestly don't know why i ignored this drama when it was airing. i regret not watching it sooner but am glad i decided to pick it up. first watch of 2025 was great thanks to bad and crazythe first 3 eps were a bit slow for me. i found a lack of hook and while alot of it was just major buildup for everything idk i was bored i almost dropped it. but luckily i didn't. it got good fast. i thought the investigative side of the plot was done well. and i'm also glad they didn't totally introduce the whole childhood thing right away. idk overall plot was well made and layered i'm too lazy to give an in depth review but lee dongwook is truly a legend in his craft
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It was one of the best action and mental disorder mixed kdrama
I watched this drama the most I watched 5 times . I liked it soo much the action I loved alot . The characters and the development of main character and his heroic advanture was amazing. It was the inquest action kdrama. The switch personality disorder was spot on and explained alot and the story was amazing and the detective actions evrything was spot on. Everyone's acting was amazing. I really wished for another season this is one of the best ever and will be forever. The music was very powerful too. I love this one the mostWas this review helpful to you?
a crime series with a unique twist
The story is unique but there are flaws in the logic and some plot holes. There also aren't many (unique) plot twists. Despite that, "Bad and Crazy" is an interesting and enjoyable watch. The characters all have great background stories of their own (though side characters' stories are not as much explored). The writers did a great job at making the main characters relatable.All actors portray their characters perfectly, I really enjoyed the acting.
The music was good - it matches the "concept" of the series and I personally really enjoyed the intro on every episode.
To sum up, this is a well-acted crime series that I enjoyed and would recommend to everyone who likes comedy but still wants serious topics (e.g. drug dealing) to be talked about.
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Messy plot, but everything else made up for it
The only reason I took interest in this series was for Wi Hajoon and Lee Dongwook. But K-Comedies are hit or miss for me, so I was really unsure.But this dramedy absolutely delivered. The cast was top notch, and WHJ & LDW had fantastic chemistry.
My only complaint is the plot. There’s several arcs, but instead of feeling like a continuous story, they feel disconnected from each other which messed up the narrative flow. The arcs were interesting, I just wish they had been better tied together.
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When you’re watching a drama and out of your mouth comes the words “We need a hero……!!!” you know you’re waaay too into the drama. ...Ryu Su-Yeol is a renowned detective in the Anti-Corruption Department of his Korean police agency, known for his ability to solve cases and resolve matters to the satisfaction of the police commissioner. Due to trauma in his past, he unknowingly developed an alternate identity. This identity, named "K," has a hero complex and wants to punish the bad guy, regardless of the law. But K also acts as Su-Yeol's savior again and again, as Su-Yeol can't seem to keep himself out of trouble while chasing criminals. K also has a good instinct for identifying others who are noncorrupt, and pushes Su-Yeol to help keep those people safe. Su-Yeol faces his past, as well as the reason that K was born, when a psychopathic psychiatrist, a corrupt official, and a drug ring all tie together to create havoc in Su-Yeol's life. Su-Yeol and K work together to solve crimes and keep themselves and others alive.
While I never really understood how the drug ring tied into the psychiatrist except by chance, I can't be sure if that was because of plot holes or because of language barrier/translations. Regardless, I was a little confused by how everything tied together. Also, the level of physical violence and blood was unnecessary to the story. Although some violence was definitely required, it could have been toned down and still have told a good story. Still, it held my attention. I never had to skip through scenes.
My favorite scenes were the ones with K. He provided comedic relief and Wi Ha-Joon played this character amazingly. He and Lee Dong Wook had a very interesting chemistry (a true "Odd Couple") and played off of each other well. I don't think another actor could have effectively pulled off what Wi Ha-Joon did in this series. I would guess that Wi Ha-Joon improvised some scenes and reactions, as they seemed too good to be scripted. The rest of the actors were well cast also, and they worked hard to fulfill their roles.
While I liked this drama, I also think that it could have been shortened to a 6 or 8 part mini-series and still have been effective. Either that, or lengthened to 16 episodes to explain better some of the reasoning behind certain actions. The acting itself and the 'edge of your seat' situations will maintain a good rating from me.
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This drama is as mad as a box of frogs but that's OK
First of all - this is like nothing I've seen before - very original, and interesting to see it incorporating mental trauma as a central feature of the plot. The exploration of that element was interesting, and the device to depict it was effective, but in fact most of what it says about mental illness and manipulation is pretty inaccurate. However, the entire plot depended on it, and mostly the madness was shown in a benevolent way, so I could forgive the nonsense.There are massive plot holes, numerous plot twists, which I eventually found both predictable and a bit annoying. Seen worse though.
Acting was as always fantastic, music was good too. The star of the whole show was the developing relationship between So Yeol and K. It was both hilarious and touching and developed into a real (and unsurprising, really) attachment and eventual integration. Very nice. This drama made me laugh out loud, which is rare, but it was also a very forceful thriller. Completely unrealistic of course. The performances of DongWook and HaJoon were outstanding, and their chemistry unmatched - while the other characters were great, I wanted to see more of this pair together. Watch this for them if for nothing else.
The baddy is truly evil. Truly. Well imagined, and well-portrayed. At first appears very benevolent, but I spotted him almost immediately as the most qualified to do what was done. Not sure if that affects the enjoyment or not - he was actually officially "revealed" a little while after that - to my quietly smug satisfaction.
The details on exactly how he is brought down were not exactly clear to me - I don;t think that was me either - I think they really glossed over it. Quite a few other things were only just sketched in, and we had to take them on trust. Depending on the balance of those details with the forward thrust of the drama, that's a bit of a weakness for me. However that probably kept the drama quite short and avoided episodes dragging or being slow, so it may be not a bad thing.
Overall, though I found it a bit frustrating I enjoyed many aspects of this show - especially the two male leads. I would quite like to have a benevolent K in my life too.
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