Script is not perfect but the chemistry is!
I had a ton of fun watching this. K-rom-coms have generally been a bit hit-or-miss for me since the shift to the compressed 12-episode format, but this one still worked... for the most part until ep 8 or so. I love both leads, and their chemistry was so convincing (IMO) that it made it easy to overlook some of the weaker aspects of the show.I am biased, though, since I've watched almost all of Yang Se-jong's previous work. He consistently nails every role he takes on, but because he usually plays more serious characters, it was such a treat to see him in a comedic role. His facial expressions were absolutely hilarious. That escalator suitcase scene I just died 5x over!
Reasons to watch this:
1. The leads are charming and carry the show on their backs
2. It's a fun, fluffy rom-com that doesn't demand much brainpower. In fact, the writers would probably prefer if you asked fewer questions.
3. Great OSTs
Skip through: those lame characters (no fault to the actors but just at the script level)
1. Ha-ri - girl has NOTHING to do all day every day
2. ML 2nd's - began as wallpaper and evolved into creepy
3. After ep 8 too much power struggle instead of solving ghost murders.
4. Prolonged stares .... ok I love a good slow burn romance but at some point it gets excessive
5. Product placement and added lines
6. Lazy writing in the end.
Overall this has been one of the stronger 2026 K Rom Coms but doesn't make any less frustrating when you see it goes down hill.
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Spooky in Love was such a beautiful and wholesome K-Drama! ??
From the very beginning until the end, this drama was simply a joy to watch. It perfectly combined romance, suspense, and mystery, with several murder cases keeping things exciting and a beautifully constructed storyline from the past that slowly unfolded throughout the drama. I especially loved how everything came together and how interesting the past storyline was!The romance was absolutely adorable and the chemistry between the main leads was just beautiful. 🥹 He was such a Golden Retriever character and honestly just the sweetest! Their relationship gave me all the wholesome and comforting vibes, making this such a perfect feel-good drama.
The suspenseful parts were also really well done, and I genuinely enjoyed following the different cases and uncovering what happened in the past. And can we talk about the OST? It was SO good and fit the drama perfectly! 🎶
Overall, Spooky in Love was a beautiful, heartwarming and exciting K-Drama that I enjoyed from beginning to end. Definitely one of those dramas that just leaves you with a warm and happy feeling. 🤍✨
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Fine, Not Fantastic
Spooky In Love is like an everyday meal. Simple. It's not a lavish spread of a 7 course meal.The show has a simple premise. FL (Cheon Yeo Ri) can see ghosts, whom she helps move on by uncovering their killers. She belongs to the 1%, while ML (Ma Gang Uk) is a fiery public prosecutor, more of a “salt of the earth” person. Spooky In Love is their journey through love, spooks, and succession drama.
To be honest, I went in expecting something like The Master's Sun. My expectations weren't met, but that doesn't mean I was disappointed. I enjoyed the show, and yet it will never be a favourite.
What I liked: ദ്ദി ˉ͈̀꒳ˉ͈́ )✧
Characters and Performances: I'm a Park Eun Bin fan, and she has never disappointed me. Even here, I enjoyed her spooky encounters. She’s a queen of micro expressions. Her ghostly encounters and the walls she kept around herself, were beautifully done.
I simply loved Yang Se Jong's public prosecutor. His energy matched the principled, fiery, mad in love character perfectly. I haven't watched his Doona. The last time I remember seeing him was in Still 17, and he's come a long way from there. Ma Gang Uk was the one I looked forward to in every scene.
Everybody else did a good job too.
Romance: It's a gentle romance. Read that as not a blazing chemistry. Adjust your expectations and you'll enjoy it. It didn't have me kicking my feet under the blankets, but it did have me smiling at my screen.
Ghosts: What can I say.. I'm all for the spooks. ᕙ( •̀ ᗜ •́ )ᕗ
ML's team: Fun and sweet.
What felt a bit meh: ┐( ˘_˘)┌
The forced connection between Gang Uk and Ji Hwan. The whole heart transplant track came out of nowhere and had no real impact on the story. Unnecessary add-on.
Yeo Ri's Chaebolness:
For some reason, I had a hard time seeing her as a third generation chaebol heiress. Part of it was her wardrobe. It didn't shout class to me. Part of it was the lack of a certain snootiness from her. Her Yeo Ri didn't have the attitude you'd expect from a CEO born with a silver spoon. I don't mean a hateful attitude, but the one that comes with the station she must have occupied from birth.
I had the same problem with Ong Seong Wu's Kang Min Hwan. It was hard to see him as a ruthless CEO. He looked more like a Manager than a CEO, and his angst didn't invoke much sympathy from me. Not saying he did a bad job, but he didn't stand out.
Ha Ri and her brother: her character was simply a foil for Yeo Ri, with no purpose beyond smirking and dropping mean girl comments. The two of them felt like filler. Their mother alone would have made a stronger antagonist.
Too much chaebol drama that didn't even feel high stakes, topped off with in-your-face promotion of Singapore tourism that felt very tacky. Damn Netflix.
Overall,
It's not a bad drama. It could have been better. Watch it as low stakes, lazy weekend entertainment without high expectations, and you'll be fine.
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I am loving this show very much.
I love genres like fantasy and horror. This show is great from the start. I like chemistry of the leads also.Give it a whirl.
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Very Rewatchable
This may be the first drama where I’ve felt l could watch it over and over before I even got half way through it. it hit all the right notes and the leads are just fantastic as actors and characters. The ghost stories are fun and believable and it has just the right amount of humor, thriller, mystery, spookiness, and pure adoring love. The soundtrack is also 10/10. Overall, this had everything I enjoy in a story.I will say the product placement got a bit out of hand toward the end. No other notes.
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Boring!!! Terrible!!! Predictable!!!
I like both actors in this drama and have seen the movie version of this. Couldn't get past episode 1 with all the predictable kind of plot. It's very obvious that Park Eun Bin's character will be used by the prosecutor to solve crimes and win cases and falling in love with each other will come in the middle of things. What's new?! It's a waste of time to even bother finishing episode 1 since everything's predictable. The narrative should should have been given a different twist. If you're a die hard fan of either actor, go ahead and bore yourself. Otherwise, save yourself because there are other underrated dramas or series more worthy to be watched and re-watched.Was this review helpful to you?
Dropped
Reason survival of the fitestEpisode 5 whats happening wow lets start a new drama inside a drama which will completely change the original idea but lets make sure to add lot of romance. So only pros would drop it
I watch almost all dramas from the realise itself
i don't even miss any sadly yeap addiction
It says that to notice a change in a stimulus, the change has to be large enough relative to the original stimulus. Weber's law.
They achieved it in episode 5 so i dropped it. But they failed the long game
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Park Eun Bin … Monumental !
Bon … après je ne suis tres objectif, je trouve cette actrice immense et dans SPOOKY IN LOVE, Park Eun-bin et Yoo Seung-ho incarnent un duo qui électrise la sérieC est un peu ma surprise de l'été, vu par hasard sur Netflix, la serie suit Cheon Yeo-ri, une héritière voyant des fantômes, et le procureur Song Min-oh, qui enquête sur un meurtre mystérieux.
Leur alchimie est incroyable : entre romance et thriller surnaturel, chaque épisode tient en haleine. Yoo Seung-ho impressionne par sa sobriété et son charisme, offrant la réplique parfaite à sa partenaire.
Eun Bin, déjà culte dans Attorney Woo et The Wonderfools, livre encore une fois une performance magistrale, allant de l’humour à la vulnérabilité avec un brio confondant. Encore une fois, elle transcende l’écran. Un vrai "banger" !
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10/10 It continues to deliver the perfect mix of rom-com and heartwarming moments.
10/10 It continues to deliver the perfect mix of rom-com and heartwarming moments.Episode 2 of Chilling Romance (Spooky In Love) continues to deliver the perfect mix of romance, comedy, and heartwarming moments. The episode is filled with hilarious scenes, especially those featuring Mr. Ma, who adds so much fun and charm to the story.
Ms. Cheon remains impeccable as always, sharp, straightforward, and effortlessly captivating in every scene.
The strong performances and enjoyable chemistry make this episode another delight to watch.
Episode 2 leaves viewers eagerly anticipating what happens next. Episode 3 can't come soon enough!
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ele é muito bom
a história é boa tem a pegada de dar um pouquinho de medo, estou amando , não vejo a hora de ter mais Episódio e ver como a história vai se desenvolver e ver eles juntos no final.Os personagens são muito engraçados , cada vez que eles se encontram vão descobrindo segredos um do outro .
Apesar de dar um pouco de medo dos fantasmas , acredito que o amor deles vão superar os medos , principalmente a dele , após descobrir que ele consegue ver fantasmas ele com medo do menino nas costas dele no ep 3.
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Love
Spooky in love is a K-drama that beautifully balances romance, humor, and heartfelt emotions. With charismatic characters and incredible chemistry between the lead couple, the story gradually draws you in and makes you root for them every step of the way.Beyond its engaging storyline, the cinematography is stunning, and the soundtrack deserves special recognition. The songs perfectly complement each scene, enhancing the emotions and making many moments even more memorable.
It’s a series that is lighthearted when it needs to be, deeply emotional at the right moments, and leaves you with a sense of nostalgia once it ends. A truly worthwhile K-drama that stays with you long after the final episode.
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cansativo
Normalmente, a Park Eun-bin tem uma mão muito boa para escolher roteiros, mas dessa vez não foi bem assim. Eu tinha uma expectativa alta, porque a premissa era ótima: conhecer as histórias dos fantasmas e ajudá-los. Só que isso é praticamente jogado de lado e esquecido. As histórias são muito vagas e, em vários episódios, eles nem aparecem. Eu esperava algo mais emocionante, parecido com Advogado Fantasma, com histórias mais desenvolvidas. No fim, a trama ficou focada na disputa da família, que é bem cansativa, deixando o restante de lado. O que me segurou até o final foi a Park Eun-bin.Was this review helpful to you?
