Mr. Plankton

ripping out my heart and leaving me to bleed out

this was really fun and really fucking depressing at the same time. it's not like i wanted to be alive anyway.
the leads had incredible chemistry and when i say incredible i mean INCREDIBLE. i fully believe that had they chosen anyone else, it wouldn't have worked as well; many of the scenes seemed to me like they were bts they included anyway, so it just looked really natural. also she was so cute and he was so hot and they made an incredible visual feast.
he was kind of a red flag at the beginning (he literally kidnaps her), but luckily for him i'm colorblind

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A great gem

May i start with.. I rarely leave reviews, like seriously, this is my second or third review ever, and I've watched my fair share of dramas.

The story is beautiful, main lead has just found out that he has 3 months to live so he re-connects with his ex-girlfriend and goes on a search for his biological father, so to say, his last mission before death.

From start to end the drama is beautiful, funny, crazy and super sad, it tucked on my heartstrings big time. And the OST, oh my, it's perfect!
I haven't watched such an amazing emotional roller-coaster for quite a while and this will stay with me for a long time, a true gem ❤️
Actors - oh my, 11/10, perfection!

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JOINING HAE JO IN THE FINAL DRIFT OF HIS LIFE

The day we are born, our date of departure is also decided. Death is something we all know is inevitable, yet we're never truly prepared to face it. Without giving away too many spoilers, this is the first time I've seen a story where, instead of seeking a cure, the protagonist opts to do some last-minute homework. Out of the blue, he decides to find his father (a sperm donor), convinced that his disease was inherited from him—despite never considering that his mother could have been the carrier.

Anyway, moving on, he ends up kidnapping his ex to accompany him on his adventure. Why? Because she's dealing with premature menopause, and somehow he decides to take her along. Logic? Don’t ask me. Maybe he just wanted to try his last shots at fertilizing her fallopian tubes before his time runs out—who knows?

Yet, despite all this absurdity, the story is surprisingly captivating. It made me laugh like crazy and cry like hell.

What I liked best:

1. Actors: The cast is incredible—seasoned artists, many of whom have been in the industry for decades.


2. Character depth: The leads, in particular (and everyone else, in general), have their own backstories that genuinely make you feel connected to and sympathetic towards them. For instance, the second lead, who has always been timid around his mother, undergoes significant character development. By the end, he transforms into a confident person unafraid to speak his mind.


3. Plot: The storyline is focused and concise, with no unnecessary detours. In fact, such narratives don't have room for conspiracy theories or melodramatic suspense.


4. Realistic ending: The male lead doesn’t survive. It’s tragic but also very realistic. Writers can pen countless miracles, but we know that in real life, such situations rarely end in a fairy tale.


In terms of the music, it was decent—perhaps not entirely to my taste, but it wasn't bad either.

I'm genuinely glad that Korean writers are experimenting with their typical storytelling tropes. We're moving away from the heavy makeup and designer outfits to something more raw, with imperfect backgrounds. Even the actors are expanding their range, taking on roles that go beyond merely being eye candy.

However, the re-watch value is zero. No matter how good it was, I wouldn’t recommend sticking to this gloomy story a second time.

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Dropped at ep. 5 but 10/10 stars??

Mr. Plankton was the oldest “plan to watch” on my list. It had been sitting at the bottom for a year, simply because I knew it would bring about tears on top of tears. I dropped this show 5 episodes in but I rated it a perfect score. I simply could not bring myself to witness these tragic soulmates lose each other. I know, I’m a big huge coward that’s going to miss out on all the beauty this show has to offer. I KNOW…but I cannot do it🤣. I officially called it quits upon the understanding they are selfish soulmates who deeply love each other but destiny will nerf the absolute hell out of them. They understand each others sadness in a way nobody else will. Unlucky lovers, destined for a sad sad sad ending. I hate that he dragged her with him to suffer the loss of himself, but I understood him. I hated that her absolute sweety baby fiancé ran around the country for her, but I understood her choices every step of the way, too. I just couldn’t bring myself to get dragged with them…that being said, cast was absolutely amazing, soundtrack absolutely amazing, plot absolutely amazing. I wish I wasn’t a scaredy cat. Call me a cliche but I would’ve loved a universe where he healed and she had a miraculous baby and everyone lived happily ever after. (Bonus points we can all agree with: Woo Do-Hwan IS A HOT HOT HOTTIE. The shirtless scenes??? Please sir just one more before your brains pops…don’t cancel me for that one guys I’m sorry)

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I wanted to watch this kdrama when it was supposed to be released on Netflix and as soon as it came out, I saved it and got to it earlier than I planned (thanks again muhahahaha). Honestly, we knew how it would end from the very beginning, so the ending wasn't a surprise to me. I didn't really like it, even though everyone said it was very depressing (I was more like a little kid fighting over a scene with my dad). The actors did a great job and I have to admit that for a while I completely forgot that they were actors. I got so into it that I completely forgot about it. I also laughed a lot during the series. It was really funny and I'll probably never forget some of the lines in my life (and a few quotes anyway, haha). And I really liked all the characters, so it was harder for me to see the end credits and leave the whole series :( Finally, I have to add that I had a strange feeling the whole time and it lasted until the very end. I don't know why. Whether it's because of how it ended or how real it was. That's why I have to say that it was really beautiful. Some would say that it's mainly depressing, but for me it was rather beautiful. Seeing how a person realizes before their life disappears before their eyes what they have and who they have around them. Forgiving people who didn't treat them right and mainly trying to live as they have been or as if the world were going to end every day and not giving up on themselves.
The end. It was really wonderful and I think I will carry this drama with me for a very long time.

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Great storyline with fenomenal acting of Do Hwan that makes you laugh & cry.

I was hooked from the first episode, as the drama keeps you entertained all the time. There is no boring moment or bad scene or useless character. The drama has great screenwriting, and the director has done a superb job. The drama will make you laugh and will make you cry.

I have to say Do Hwan was perfect for this role; he slayed! I am really impressed with his performance, and their chemistry is amazing. They took us on an amazing journey, even though we knew it would not be a happy ending. I loved the dynamic of the drama and all the characters.

Even though you will cry your eyes out in the last episode, it's worth it. Do Hwan's acting was phenomenal. It will stay with me for a long time.

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