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Actually, I watched it years ago up to ep3 and remember dropping it cause I was not filling it at the time...Now that I have started RP and since I had nothing else grabbing my attention, I gave HP another go while waiting for new eps and found it more interesting than I did back then. But yeah, tho they share a similar theme and universe the overall vibes and character settings are different, so it would be very possible to not attract the same audience (ofc there are always exceptions who enjoy both lol).
So yeah, I doubt you are the only one ><

Nicely said and I am part of the audience who resonate with both too!^^
Honestly, for me both HP & RP are gems of this genre for different reasons!

Btw there’s been so much chatter and comparison between this kdrama and HP in the comments and though understandable since they come from same production it’s starting to feel a bit exhausting, cause things are actually pretty simple for me:

This show was never meant to be a carbon copy of HP. Spinoffs usually take inspiration from the original’s tone or themes, but then carve out their own identity. If it were the same, we’d be just watching HP S3. Both are medical slice-of-life dramas, but they each have their own story to tell.

Personally I haven’t really felt the need to compare the 2 while watching and have been able to enjoy them separately. The main cast here is entirely new, and the focus is different since it's from the residents' point of view. But if I had to compare, I’d say I find both shows equally enjoyable, just in different ways. Each has its strengths and flaws, honestly. For example, I found some of the stories in HP (especially in Season 2) less engaging than the ones here. And while I loved the band scenes in every ep at first, they started to feel repetitive after a while. On the flip side, I wish RP would give more individual focus to each main character, HP did a great job on fleshing out its leads over time and their friendship.
(Maybe with a S2 RP could achieve this if they would start focusing on the other residents there, but we would have to wait and see).

All in all, if you’re a fan of medical slice-of-life dramas with multiple patient cases every few eps and as plus a Genz this show is definitely a good try for you. It’s heartfelt, fresh, and genuinely fun to watch.^^

I see, thank you!

Omg that's great to know! Hopefully they will renew cause so far I am loving this show! Btw how well is it doing locally do you know by chance?

Each episode so far gets better and better! The patient cases in the latest ep genuinely brought me to tears, they were so moving and heartfelt. It's incredible how deeply emotional and layered the storytelling has become. I'm completely invested now. And don’t even get me started on the chemistry between our leads, it’s utterly captivating. They light up every scene together! ><

Noo it's truly a crime if that's true...

I haven't yet started this, but from the synopsis alone, this cdrama immediately reminded me of Are You the One and I just hope it can turn out just as good here cause I remember really liking the other one ><
The main leads seem like new faces who usually play supporting characters, right? I think I have seen FL in some other drama in the past but can't remember much of her. I hope the acting will be good.

Around ep 8 i think and yes everyone get their own happy ending. Love triangle isn't a major part of the show for me so I think you safe. It's just used as plot device and all issues created cause of it don't last long.

Yeah sure enough if we are to add the supporting cast crushes as well this easily becomes an hexagon lol

I honestly have no idea sorry TT I have only read spoilers from novel readers and you can find the novel translated on mydramanovel

I think it’s probably because of the first reason you mentioned! Professor Seo sees potential in Yiyoung. There was even that scene where she was on the phone with someone and mentioned that Yiyoung did a good job with the sutures, and told them to let her keep practicing. I also feel like another reason she keeps pushing her is because she’s noticed how uninterested /absent-minded Yiyoung seems most of the time. But since Yiyoung still performs well and has potential, Professor Seo probably sees it as her responsibility to keep encouraging her, almost like she doesn’t want to let that talent go to waste. I don’t think she knows about Yiyoung’s plan to quit though. But honestly, by the end of the drama, I doubt Yiyoung will even be thinking about quitting anymore lol

Yeah, usually I like to keep both tabs open, and while watching the eps live I come and drop my commentary whenever something picks my attention haha

I absolutely love these types of dramas too, especially when they’re focused on crime investigation, emergency, or medical genre! They always keep things interesting and dynamic, never letting the story get stagnant. Plus, the variety of situations that pop up in each episode adds so much depth and keeps you hooked. Every new issue brings something fresh, which makes the show feel fast-paced and constantly evolving. And also all the while leaving us with food for thought.

I’m still only halfway through the episode, so I’m not sure how everything will unfold, but I was honestly so frustrated when she did it for the second time with the note at Yiyoung. I totally understand where Sa Bi is coming from, though. I was just like Sabi in terms of being number one until I entered Uni so I do get where she is coming from and I was hit pretty hard by it too and ofc my self esteem and having a whole internal crisis about my worth etc. but I never considered on subotaging my fellow Uni students... Instead, I took it as a challenge to work harder. Even if I failed, I would swallow the bitterness, wipe away the tears, and try again.

That being said, I don’t think Sa Bi is a bad person. We’re all different shades of gray, right? But her actions really upset me here, and I just needed to vent about it. If everything turns out well in the end, then great! And as you said, the fact that she’s clearly struggling with guilt shows there’s hope for her growth.

My first impression: The first four episodes are pretty solid. Episode 1 was a bit slow and hard to get into in the first half, but after that, from the 2nd episode on, it really started to pick up for me. Even without big-name actors, most of the cast does a great job, everyone feels natural in their roles and nothing feels out of place.
This drama is mostly a slice-of-life story centered around medical staff and their hectic daily routines. Even within the first few episodes, you can already see some character growth, which is always a plus.

I remember watching a few episodes of HP years ago, but I never ended up finishing it. That said, I can see the similarities between the two shows. Still, they can stand on their own, and you don’t need to have seen one to watch the other.

So far, Resident Playbook has kept me engaged, and I’m really enjoying it! I’d recommend to give the first 2–3 episodes a try and see if it’s your kind of show. ^^

Well, romance isn’t really the main focus of this drama, so I think that’s why it doesn’t take center stage and some things are only left implied and not shown to us in detail. As for her constantly saying she wants to quit, I don’t think she actually means it. It feels more like her way of blowing off steam from the intense and hectic work schedule they all deal with.

I have come to learn to never trust kdrama/cdrama previews lol Cause 9/10 times they turn out differently...

I'm currently on episode 4, and Sa Bi is seriously getting on my nerves! Like how is it Yeong's fault that Professor Seo happens to like her better? The mature thing to do would be to talk to the professor and try to prove yourself positively, not sabotage your colleague just to make yourself look better. That was so low.

After watching these 4 eps, Sa Bi really needs to grow up and stop obsessing over being number one or the favorite all the time. It's just not humanly possible to be the best all the time. I learned it my self after getting to university, where you get to meet so many great minds. The world doesn’t revolve around her, and she needs to realize that everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses, including her. Clearly, Professor Seo sees something in Yeong that Sa Bi doesn’t have. So instead of dragging others down, maybe she should focus on working on herself and improving in her own right.

Exactly! It was such a shift for her, seeing that other side of him. She’d only really known him as the playful, teasing guy at home or in the car scene, so when she saw him being responsible and kind at work, it was like, "Whoa, there’s more to him!" I can totally see why that made her see him in a more attractive light lol it's that mix of goofy and genuine that’s hard to resist, haha