Flex X Cop

Well Paced Story for a Casual Watch

It has been awhile since I enjoyed a good Dectective show. And I think Flex X Cop did somewhat hit the spot for me. It was an easy watch and I must compliment the Script for not over-staying on a particular plot - story kept developing what made it interesting for the viewer. I also liked the concept of JYS and I thought ABH played him to perfection - with that slightly naive touch. PJH did decently well for me and her chemistry with ABH clearly showed, through all their past work together. Side cast also provided good comedic relief, though very few were actually delved into. Main gripe for me was how painfully obvious the culprit was. I was praying for a plot twist at the end but unfortunately, it is how it is.

Overall, still a good and easy drama to watch - the comedy and the cast's chemistry provided good vibes throughout. Excited for Season 2 but I do hope we get more well thought out cases.

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What the hell happened in the last quarter?

From the start I loved this goofy little buddy cop procedural extravaganza. Fun main team chemistry, great lead with a story that is easy to get invested into despite him being a chaebol, many creative cases with tons of natural comedy that doesn't rely on crass gags and simply comes from characters playing off each other (for the most part).

The aesthetic, the soundtrack, the directing, the acting, all of it brims with so much love and life, very unique and charming. Reminded me a bit of the anime "Baccano".

And then the last 4 episodes sweep all of that under the rug for bargain bin dime a dozen predictable story beats and overcomplicated makjang soapy nonsense with a chaebol flair. I was so dissapointed but I do look forward to season 2, and hope that it will have 12 strong episodes at the very least like season 1.

I do love the core team and wan to see them tackle cases.

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Fun & light action, comedy, thriller, drama

Korean dramas on Disney+ Flex x Cop have been hit and miss for me. For me, Flex x Cop is a hit. Watch it if you want a fun & light action, comedy, thriller drama.

What I liked:
1) Ahn Bo Hyun always great at playing man baby but this role showcased his skills in both comedy & drama. I like when main character who is in a serious field has fun at work!
2) Supporting cast - Kyungjin character is so cute, glad he got a happy ending hahaha. I also enjoy the developing bromance between Isoo & Junyoung.
3) Love that the opening theme goes for a rock song . I also like other songs featured in the OST such as Hey! by Lucy and Shadows in the Night by Hersh.
4) It's great that writers did not fully explore romance between Isoo and Jihyun.
5) I like that the show showcased two different types of family dynamics: close-knit (Jihyun's family) vs cold, distant (Isoo's family).

What I disliked:
1) I understand that Isoo has connections but with that level of professional and life experiences, I am surprised he managed to solve a lot of the cases.

Favourite scene:
When Isoo was down and it was noticed by his cop friends.

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Is team-mance a word?

Well, if it's not, it should be. Or at least after season 1 of "Flex X Cop" it should be.

It's easy to find grievances here. They tend to be very upfront. First, the name is dumb. The marketing poster is a mess. The theme song is so cheap and grating. The whole opening credit sequence actually is awful. And the first impression that Ahn Bo Hyun makes as Jin Yi Soo is [grimacing emoji]. It's such a caricature of a shallow, arrogant, entitled rich brat that is falls flat. And speaking of flat, Jang Hyun Sung as the conglomerate chairman just quite can't deliver the gravitas of that role and never seems like the deeply emotionally torn person that the character he's portraying is meant to be.

Oh? And the name. THE NAME. Why is it Flex? Why is there an X? Did the producers just pull random words and letters out of a bag to determine the name? It's just so dumb.

But the heart of the show is pure 24 karat gold. Kim Shin Bi and Kang Sang Jun don't get loads of lines but their characters, the young somewhat naive and excitable one and not quite as young hard-nosed and stern one, are the perfect complements to each other and to the lead characters. Park Ji Hyun is flat out strong as Kang Hyun. Her character is the violent crime team leader and she's almost all business all the time. In the moments when she's not in work mode, she's still tough and direct and no nonsense. Even in the solitary scene where she is comforting Yi Soo, it's not explicitly tender or sweet.

And the whole production works because Ahn Bo Hyun is playing Yi Soo. Despite the first impression, once this actor and character have settled in to this complex role, the combination flat out slays. Beneath the couture wardrobe and expensive cars and luxury watches, is a man that is deeply broken and intensely driven and fairly insightful with just enough self-awareness. Although it's probably not a serious enough role to warrant award consideration, it's a role tailor made for Ahn Bo Hyun's sheer physical size and his rare ability to alternate between blazing cockiness and tender vulnerability.

There's some nicely written mysteries for the violent crime team to solve early on as Yi Soo works his way in to a role within the team. Some are more credible but the one that is the least believable somewhat validates itself at the end with a dramatic scene between Yi Soo and Kang Hyun. Eventually, the overall arc meanders back to Yi Soo's personal backstory and conglomerate family and the violent crime team fades somewhat to the background. While it's still an entertaining arc, when the focus spotlights Yi Soo alone, the magic of the chemistry between the four team members is lost.

Fortunately, while much of the last few episodes is entangled with Yi Soo's family shenanigans, the final episode balances things back with a sensational, touching montage, a not-so-unexpected twist and setting up what will hopefully be a season two that continues this team-mance (someone please contact Merriam Webster and have this added immediately) at the same level of excellence.

So while the opening credits should be skipped highly recommend just about everything else.

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Now this is how detective dramas should be

Ik one thing I'll be coming back to this drama again and again. Seriously, Kdrama industry take some notes on how to make detective dramas and how to give something new to the audience.

The plot and trailer at first didn't look that promising but woahh this one served me a 7-course meal in 5 stars Michelin hotel !!
Starting was pretty good... not too over the top not too mehh... It looked like another drama with Chaebol heir just doing nothing or doing everything with no real detective work but I'm so glad I was completely wrong.

This drama has everything character development, good detective work, multiple cases with a really good backstory for even small cases, and best of all the plot and the cast! first, let's go with the plot and storyline

It was catchy, it was consistent in giving us mystery and cases, it was well-solved cases and an amazing writing. At first, I was soo biased towards Insoo thinking that the team was not good and he was the only one solving everything but as it progressed I was able to see why the team was so hesitant to accept and how they each had things they're good in. It was perfect for me coz even non-chaebol when you 1st join it takes time to build up trust and get better teamwork and here it was shown perfectly. And when they got each other's trust and adjusted well boom they worked soo perfectly together. They all had many character development even side characters I would say.

This is the only drama where they didn't relate and connect the trauma of FL and ML even when they had a big chance to do so. Both of them got a good story and time to deal with their things. No backstabbing by the team, side character police whole can arrest their superior, no childhood forgotten meetup, everyone using their brain and best of all politician who takes accountability and resign instead of scheming, This dram broke soo many stereotypes that I'm blown away.

I don't have enough words to appreciate the acting of everyone. On-the-spot expression, delivering the right emotions and line like seriously idk what to say. And of course the production and choice of props and set... I'm telling you the best drama ever.

Idk if I can ever like any detective drama more than this one.
I'll update this once the last two eps release but I'm sure the rating won't change .. I trust this drama for that

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Best Action Thriller of 2024!!!!

I recently finished watching "Flex x Cop" and I have to say, it was an absolute treat! From start to finish, the drama kept me hooked with its amazing action sequences and gripping storyline.

Acting: The acting in "Flex x Cop" was phenomenal. The lead actor, who played Jin I-soo, truly brought his character to life. I-soo's journey from a spoiled playboy to a passionate crime fighter was so compelling to watch. The character development was one of the best I've seen in a K-Drama in a long time. The side characters also played significant roles, adding depth to the story. Their interactions with I-soo, especially with the female lead, Lee Gwang-nam, were heartwarming and realistic. Watching I-soo help Kwang-nam navigate her family drama and important case added so much to the overall narrative.

Plot: The plot of "Flex x Cop" was well-crafted with plenty of twists and turns to keep viewers engaged. The character development was top-notch, especially for the main characters. I found myself rooting for them every step of the way. Even though some scenes were a bit unbelievable, the overall action and pacing made up for it.

Visuals: Visually, the drama was stunning. The cinematography captured the essence of each scene beautifully, enhancing the emotional impact of the storyline.

Overall, "Flex x Cop" was a fantastic watch that I would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a thrilling and well-acted drama. Don't miss it!

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What an underrated action drama! This show is a mix of action, mystery and comedy. The idea is really great, about a chaebol son who accidentally has to become a cop. He later annoyingly uses all the power, influence and money he have to help him solving cases. It has several interesting cases, and involves corruption and collution as well. The overall storyline is really engaging, and the casts carry them out well. Character development is really great. Jin I Su turns from a chaebol son that feel worthless into a good police officer.

Unfortunately, I don't really like a show that contains several cases but has one personal case. Why? Because that case usually involve excessive impossibility. Usually this case looks extremely complicated and unsolvable, and the culprits are extremely powerful while victims involved are extremely vulnerable. Because of this premises, the resolution usually involves excessive level of makjangs. This doesn't really shown in this show though, but it's still there. The sleeping pills from 25 years ago somehow looks new and not decomposed (the pills, not the bottle). Also to kill someone due sleeping pills overdose, it requires a lot of pills. However with such short available timespan, Seung Ju is able to put a lot of sleeping pills into his father's drink. If he is in such hurry, there is a large possibility of the powder or the pill's shatter to be found around the glass.

I really recommend this show! There isn't any romance here though.
I hear they are making a second season without Park Ji Hyun. They MUST have a good closure to connect this two seasons then.

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“I have a favor to ask.”

A rich chaebol ends up being a cop after a mishap and flexes his way into the team and cases by asking for a favor.

Strengths:
- Unique plot and brilliant storyline.
- Cases were unique and engaging.
- The culprit at many times was predictable, but the process of collecting evidence was too entertaining, especially from the perspective of the rich heir.
- Strong team dynamics and chemistry.
- Amazing soundtracks and great acting by the cast.

Weakness:
- The last case was too predictable and ends up being a drawback to the drama.
- The conglomerate storyline flows with familiar K-drama patterns.

Overall, very good and engaging, binge-worthy drama. recommended if you want to watch a good detective drama where the possibility of money comes into play.

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Beneath the Swagger, a Pulse That Caught Me Off Guard

This one wasn’t supposed to work on me — not on paper, anyway. I went in expecting sleek production, high-gloss action, chaebol antics dressed as crime-fighting. And it is all that. The cars are fast, the suits are tailored, and the premise practically screams product placement. But somewhere between the glitz and the gunfights, Flex X Cop pulled something real out of me.

Ahn Bo-hyun’s Jin Yi-soo walks in like he owns every room — all bravado, designer arrogance, and too much charm for his own good. And at first, I rolled my eyes. But then the cracks showed. And behind them was someone not just lonely, but invisible in the way that wealth can sometimes erase identity rather than build it. That shift — from a man flashing his money to someone learning how to listen, to care, to earn his place — caught me off guard.

His chemistry with Park Ji-hyun’s Detective Lee felt grounded in something real. She doesn’t flinch around him, doesn’t fall for the charm, and more importantly, doesn’t need him. Watching her hold her line while he learned how to step into his own without stepping over others was one of the show’s quiet strengths. Their tension wasn’t flirtation-first — it was built on frustration, respect, and a growing ability to see one another beyond the surface.

The cases themselves? Sometimes sharp, sometimes predictable. The procedural rhythm wobbled here and there — a few episodes leaned too hard on convenience or style over substance — but the emotional thread held steady. It never stopped asking: what does justice look like when you’ve only ever lived above consequence?

What stuck with me wasn’t the clever reveals or the chase scenes — it was the shift in tone when Yi-soo stopped trying to prove himself with flash and started showing up for people. Not with power. Not with privilege. Just with presence. That’s what stayed.

Flex X Cop came dressed like entertainment, and it was — fun, sharp, fast. But beneath the branding and bulletproof confidence was something sincere. Something that asked what it means to matter, not just to the world, but to yourself.

Didn’t see that coming. And I’m glad I was wrong.

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BEYOND pleasantly surprised!

The trailers looked silly, and Ahn Bo Hyun has never been one of my favorites. He's always been that support character that I've enjoyed well enough, but he hasn't wowed me when he's been the lead. All of that has changed with Flexx Cop. But let's back up a little to initial thoughts.

STORY: A chaebol that is used to playing RPG, suddenly finds himself as a cop. This could have gone quickly bad if he had been made out to be stupid. I loved how he was able to look at cases from a different perspective that the cops hadn't thought of. I also loved how he seemed to throw money at almost every case, providing help/resources that only his massive wealth could bring. I'm a big fan of having a case take just a little over an episode. This keeps it from being drawn out needlessly and keeps things moving.
Friendships: I loved to watch the development with the four main characters. Impatience/mistrust/dislike turn to caring and trust. I was halfway through the drama when it struck me how organically the friendships developed. With each case, the other cops grew to like Yi Soo. I love how they came to appreciate/like Yi Soo and were there to support him and keep him safe when he was struggling.
Romance: Hmmm. Okay, so I'll admit I'm a dyed-in-the-wool romantic. I thought the story line of the cop and the medical examiner was cute. However, I wasn't feeling it between Yi Soo and Kang Hyun. I think the writers purposely didn't develop in, knowing that they would have a season 2. I just really enjoyed them getting to know one another and coming to depend on each other.

ACTING: Excellent. Ahn Bo Hyun owned this role. He could have come off as obnoxious, but he played it so innocent that you couldn't help but like him from the get-go. He really had to run the gamut of emotions in this role, and he nailed every one of them. The scene toward the end with Yi Soo and Kang Hyun's mother just about broke my heart. Everyone was excellent in their roles, Kwak Shi Yang as Seung Joo kept me guessing for quite some time. I was disappointed in the direction he took, but I realize that's the only way it could go. I really liked the casting of Kim Shin Bi as Hyung Jin, the youngest cop of the group. He had the sweet innocence that played nicely against the more seasoned and jaded cops. The hero worship he had for Yi Soo was so fun.

MUSIC: There were some nice songs that faded into the background.

REWATCH VALUE: Usually, the only shows I rewatch are the good romantic scenes from shows I've watched. However, this was so good I'm going to watch it again right away!

WISH LIST FOR SEASON TWO: I'm not normally a fan of a show having a second season, because it's all been done in season one. Going from dislike to working together as a team - that was a big part of this season, and one of the things that made it so enjoyable. I don't know how the writers plan to do this, but I hope that they keep the format of a case an episode. And if you can't give us a good, hot, chemistry-filled, believable romance, just leave the romance out. They are great as friends.

Honestly, I can't get over how much I enjoyed this show!

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