Compared to Season 1, kinda disappointing!
When I watched the first season, it was very interesting. It had so much action going on, and the story was really touching. Overall, it was one of the best K-dramas I’ve ever watched. I was hoping the second season would be even better — that it would have a bigger impact and develop the story even more.But it felt too fast. The story moved too quickly, and I feel like many important parts were skipped. The fighting scenes also didn’t feel as realistic as they did in the first season, and I didn’t like how the main character seemed different. He didn’t really improve his fighting skills, and he didn’t feel as much like a true protagonist — he felt more like a side character. He didn’t have a big impact on the story like he should have.
A lot of the story was rushed, and many emotional moments were missing compared to the first season. I did like the characters overall, and the soundtrack was cool, but the story was cut short too often. It felt like way too much was skipped.
Still, it was enjoyable — just kind of… normal, not as amazing as I hoped.
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
A Worthy Successor to the Most Successful Adaptation in 2023!! in
When we last left Weak Hero, love had lost the battle but not the war.Su Ho lay broken in a hospital bed, Si Eun shattered beyond recognition.
Weak Hero Class 2 picks up the pieces Weak Hero Class 1 left us with, but in a world that feeds on weakness, the fight for survival has only just begun.
Park Ji Hoon brilliantly returns as the stoic, quiet Yeon Si Eun, a sullen boy with wild eyes and a big heart he hides behind hurt, guilt, and fear—a heart he’s kept locked away beneath the trauma he’s experienced. His self-imposed isolation becomes both his shield and his prison, a running theme throughout both seasons. It’s a choice that’s especially poignant considering the Catcher in the Rye reference at the beginning of Season 2.
Si Eun’s withdrawal from the world is as much a source of his suffering as it is his strength. Yet, buried beneath the silence is an undeniable yearning for connection, a yearning that draws people toward him. Whether it’s the pretentiousness of the adult world or the cruelty of bullies who prey on the weak, those facing their own disillusionment seem instinctively pulled into his orbit.
While season 1 centered on Si Eun’s tragic, loving bond with An Su Ho (Choi Hyun Wook) and O Beom Seok (Hong Kyung)—a bond that dissolved into a monologue of guilt and regret—season 2 offers a mirror image: a new trio of friends, haunted by the same longing for loyalty and love. Park Hu Min (Ryeo Un) feels like a living echo of both Su Ho and Si Eun, protecting the weak while carrying the heavy burden of guilt over what he believes he’s done to a friend.
Read the complete article here-
https://the-bl-xpress.com/2025/04/30/weak-hero-class-2-series-review-ep-1-to-8/
Was this review helpful to you?
Not as great as Class 1, but still good enough
Not as great as Class 1 but it’s still a good watch for me. The acting from all the actors is great, especially Park Ji Hoon and Lee Jun Young. Their eyes and facial expressions are really impressive. Ryeoun's character, on the other hand, is not as badass as I expected.The plot is not as deep and emotional as Class 1. There are too many characters while each of them has very little screen time to dig deeper into their own story. So it was quite confusing. I don’t really understand the motives for their actions.
It felt a little bit rushed, to get all the things sorted and fully unfolded. The friendship between the characters also felt a little bit lacking for me. They have some great moments together, but I didn’t feel their connection as deep as the trio in Class 1.
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
How many pens does he have???
Let me start off by saying that I love the original manwha this was based on, and I'm re-reading it as we speak.However, even with that in mind, I thoroughly enjoyed season one, though it deviated from the script of the manhwa. It expertly blended characters and created a compelling story that made me yearn for more. I so desperately wanted to see what new and interesting perspectives would be used to recreate these beloved characters. Suffice it to say, I was very disappointed. I couldn't help but compare it to the manhwa and what they were able to achieve in the first season.
Grey/Si-Eun was meant to be this intelligent and extremely resourceful fighter, though he was physically weak. He was the White Mamba who stirred up fear and unease in the Union. I saw more of these characteristics in the first season, but in this second season, he was just some pen-toting weakling who said no more than 2 words at a time. Where were all of these pens coming from?? Why were there so many pens? Almost every fight he fought recklessly and had a pen in tow, ready to stab his opponent. Yes, his character is the type who fights to inflict as much damage as they can from the beginning, and he was often reckless, but he was also far more cunning in the manhwa. In fact, he was constantly referred to as such, but where did all of that go? He was painfully incompetent when he fought and painfully slow with his reactions. Though his character is quiet, he was always thinking, and most of his dialogue was internal. We got no more than 5 seconds of this in one scene.
The manwha was mostly centred around Eunjang and their issues with the Union, yet somehow, with all that material at their fingertips, this was what they came up with. The characters felt shallow and poorly developed. The story felt rushed. Donald/Baek-Jin's death made little sense, I don't know if the implication is that the gang boss killed him or he faked his death, but it had so little impact compared to the manwha. Big Ben/Baku's character was well portrayed in the sense that he always sought to fix things on his own to keep those around him safe, shouldering an ever-growing burden. But I don't feel like I had enough time to really connect with the character or grow as fond of him as I was of Su-Ho. The Union members, namely the leaders, were nowhere to be found, apart from Wolf Keum/ Seong-Je (who was an amazing antagonist that I wish we saw more of). When I saw the characters for the new season, I thought they would just do the arc where he eventually fought Wolf and won, but what was this? They shoved 100+ chapters into 8 shoddy episodes. No Jake, no Dean, no Kingsley, no Myles, no Forrest, not even useless Jimmy Bae? They created a masterpiece from less than 10 chapters, but made this with more?? I can't wrap my head around that part. Was it stifling to their creativity to have that much to work with?
This new season, much like my thoughts in this review, was all over the place and at times, confusing. None of the new characters' stories were adequately fleshed out. Too many of the characters were combination characters from the manhwa, and it wasn't done in a convincing way like season 1.
On the bright side, the actors did their best with what they were given, and that cannot be discounted. The fight scenes were good, and the OST was very good. The scene with Su-Ho at the end was my absolute favourite. If this drama is watched as a standalone without any knowledge of the first season or manhwa, I believe it would be far more enjoyable than it is.
Was this review helpful to you?
RESIST BUT RETALIATE (when needed). What is new for Weak Hero 2? Is it worth watching?
Weak Hero 2 delivers a sequel that sharpens its pacing and doubles down on its core message, even if it treads familiar ground. While the plot leans into clichéd underdog tropes and an obvious climax, the film’s raw intensity and emotional performances keep it engaging, offering a worthy follow-up to its predecessor.Plot & Pacing:
The story follows the same setup as before: a bullied hero, constant cruelty, and a satisfying revenge. While the storyline feels repetitive, the pacing is faster than Weak Hero 1, cutting out slow parts and building steadily to the big fight. The final battle with the villain Baek Jin is predictable but delivers exciting, hard-hitting action. However, the plan to beat him—breaking his arms and legs with raw strength—isn’t as smart or creative as I hoped. It works, but it’s nothing new. I miss the Weak Hero 1 strategies and tactics from Si Eun.
Characters & Performances:
Si Eun remains the standout, his calm demeanor and piercing eyes conveying a flood of unspoken emotions—rage, sorrow, and regret—that elevate every scene. His unshakable resolve is magnetic, anchoring the film’s emotional core. But too much pens scenes, I understand it's his signature move, but it could have been used as a last resort in the final battle, which could have been a better way to let fans anticipate whether he will use a pen or not to win the fight. The supporting cast shines too, adding depth and cohesion to the story. That said, a key moment involving Baku rallying allies against bullying feels underdeveloped. This scene, meant to symbolize collective action against oppression, needed more emotional weight and focus to fully highlight its message. It’s a missed opportunity to strengthen the film’s anti-bullying stance.
Theme & Impact:
The drama’s core message is clear: “If you stay silent, bullies win.” Like the first film, it pushes the idea that victims must fight back to break the cycle of abuse. While this theme isn’t new, it feels more urgent here because the characters’ pain and anger are so raw. The film also avoids making violence look “cool”—instead, every punch or kick is shown as a last resort, something the characters hate doing but have to do to survive.
Final Verdict:
Weak Hero 2 doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it polishes what worked before. Predictable moments and a lack of tactical creativity hold it back, yet the improved pacing, standout performances (especially Si Eun’s), and unwavering focus on its anti-bullying message make it a compelling watch. For fans of the original, it’s a satisfying continuation—flawed, but fierce.
Strength isn’t given—it’s taken,
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
You don't know what you are talking about !
Anything under 9 is an insult to this amazing second season. It is so good. A very nice follow up on season 1. Watching it back to back make the whole thing a fantastic drama. I cried, I laugh and I fell in love with those characters. It's dark, yes. Like in the webtoon. But I have to say that Netflix did a very good job. What I don't like, an ending that make us want more without them signing for another season. If it's cancelled, the ending would be a bad ending. But if they do a last season, It would be fantastic!!! Hope it wont take 3 years... The actors are starting to look like adults now!!!Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
Honestly, i loved it
It wasn't as good as season one, but it was still amazing. Firstly, the actors they picked for this season were literally perfect for they roles. I really have no bad thing to say about the casting. However, the story could have been better in my opinion. Still great tho, i never got bored while watching it. The music was as great as always, i really love the intro. I have it as my ringtone 😭.About the ending... Im just going to say that i cried a lot and every time i remember it i cry. I really didn't think he'd wake up, since wherever i looked online, it said he wont wake up in season 2, so i was really sad. Seeing him surprised me very much, in a good way of course.
I really enjoyed watching it, if i could rewatch it for the first time again, i would.
Was this review helpful to you?
A vision of hell - ppl who cannot communicate
This is like watching hell -ppl who canNOT communicate, cannot talk things over, only fight, angry, frustrated.
Maybe this will get 9.3 rating from some similar ppl
but artistically and in terms of story, there is practically nothing here
there are no solutions
JUST A VISUAL OF A HELL
like Squid Games of a highschool
====Written later ====
This kdrama is like a live comic book. For example, the scene with umbrellas and mass of ppl....
I thought - well these kids are left to themselves... Adults are NOT helping them... so they are trying to solve problems in their own little world to the best of their abilities...
and yeah sometimes defending oneself is quite offensive ...
but still... I cannot but cringe to look at their world, bc it is PLANET VIOLENCE, they do not live normal lives, THEY LIVE IN A WAR ZONE
and they are not even gangsters or homeless or abused kids from bad families, they are kids with homes and families. Well.... seems like they are kids from very neglectful and emotionally distant and abusive families.
Also, this is 10000% male world. THERE ARE NO FEMALES IN THEIR WORLD. Only men, physically fighting and HURTING each other.
I was thinking it is good that ML keeps mentioning that fighting is not the solution bc someone will get hurt
BUT THEN HE GOES TO FIGHT. The scene between him and the bball dude in the little tunnel was one of the most stupid scenes I have ever seen. DO THEY KNOW HOW TO TALK????
and the fights made me remember Mr. Plankton kdrama, and Ma Ru from that soapy kdrama where he has brain damage and loses his memory.
I THOUGHT ALL THOSE BOYS DEFINITELY GOT DAMAGE TO INNER ORGANS, SKELETAL SYSTEM AND THE BRAIN AND ARE GOING TO PAY FOR IT REAAAAAL SOON... THink Mr. Plankton...
Really really really really messed up. REALLY.
So WHAT is a good solution for them?
Was this review helpful to you?
Everything
This Korean series is nothing like your usual rom-com K-dramas. It's a solid action–drama–thriller with a dark and emotional tone. The story dives deep into bullying, friendship, and personal battles faced by high school students.Our protagonist, Yeon Si Eun, may look physically weak, but he’s incredibly smart — especially when it comes to fighting. Honestly, his fight scenes reminded me of Sherlock Holmes-style strategy (like in the 2009 & 2011 movies) — calculated, precise, and brutal.
The show focuses on how Si Eun gets close to two classmates, Beom Seok and Young Yi, and how their friendship slowly develops. You also get glimpses of why Si Eun avoids people, his emotional struggles, and a bit of background on his friends too.
As the story progresses, the trio faces one challenge after another — getting pulled into fights, betrayals, and intense situations. The tension keeps building, and you can't help but root for them.
🔥 The show is gritty, emotional, and very different from typical K-dramas. If you’re into realistic, character-driven stories with dark themes, this is definitely worth your time.
Was this review helpful to you?
When the second season beats the first
Needless to say, the creators of the series have created great characters and the actors have exceeded all expectations. That the directing, editing and cinematography are second to none is unquestionable.The way the first season weaves through the background of the second season, creating tension right up to the end of the series, where we get a heartwarming scene, relieving the brutality present throughout the plot - a masterpiece.
It would be nice to have a third season, but I don't know if it can be enhanced.
Was this review helpful to you?
Could be better
Bunch of fighting for no significant reason Storylines nonsense without the dynamic duo.It is difficult to give nothing but positive answer
Great casts but something was missing
Episode 4 Si-Eun calling Su-Ho so sad
Episode 8 Best ending.
Wooooow! Episode 8 should have been episode 1 ( Netflix , please start working on on Weak Hero Class 3, BL ) OMFG! What an amazing sight of camera shot! AMAZING WONDERFUL PERFECT.
SOBs got me heartbeat faster, mofos. Love it!
WELCOME BACK , CHOI HYUN WOOK! " Ahn Su-Ho "
Was this review helpful to you?
2022 WHC fans…get ready for tears
Man…Where do I even begin this?
I’ve been waiting since 2022 for a season 2. Though as much as I wanted to rate this a 10/10 like I did with season 1, it just simply doesn’t compare. And if im being totally honest, the entirety of these episodes up until episode 8, they were extremely exhausting.
It stressed you out for no reason and just kept getting your hopes up just to squash it down, time and time again. It was fine the first two times it happened but then I realised there was a pattern that kept repeating itself throughout the episodes which was the fight scenes constantly edging you on only to end anti climactic in some sort of way. It’s very obvious that they tried to pack up hundreds of webtoon chapters into one season since a lot of things were rushed and happened all at once. I think they handled it well though, I’m trying to look at this from an unbiased view since this was the most anticipated show for me after waiting for 3 years and I genuinely wasn’t that disappointed. Obviously season 1 and season 2 show completely different stories, and my favourite character—Suho, was left behind in the past which is probably why I ended up enjoying it just a tiny bit less.
But as episodes went on, I grew to like the new characters as well which is what I meant by when I said that I think they did well for packing hunderds of chapters into 1 season. It could’ve been a lot worse and halfassed.
With that being said, I’m gonna say a major spoiler now.
I am so incredibly happy that they showed Suho in the last episode. Awake.
I cannot stress enough how worthy it was to do that. I don’t think I could’ve handled another plotwist where the show ended and Suho remained in coma. The episodes were incredibly exhausting but episode 8 was like an anecdote for that stress and it washed everything away. The feeling of relief, happiness and a feel like something has finally been settled inside my soul. It sounds silly when I talk about fictional characters like this, but this show means a hell of a lot to me.
So to the writers, genuinely, thank you for bringing Suho back.
Now I don’t know if this is actually the end to whc but I wholeheartedly hope not.
The last bit in episode 8 gave me a bit of a hope that a season 3 might be in talks. Although I don’t know how far the webtoon has come but I genuinely wish a season 3 would happen. Because although I’m happy with Suhos brief return, it was too short and I hope to see them again like in season 1 one day.
Was this review helpful to you?
`
