Kathryn_51

I loved it. One of my all-time favorites. The writer originally planned it for 16 episodes but directed to shrink it to 12 and it was clear at the end that a Season 2 is planned (altho THAT decision remains with the network JTBC that is unfortunately in the middle of bankruptcy proceedings). There were a couple of unresolved questions (presumably left for Season 2), but there were no plot holes and the plot twists were not at some unexplainable fantasy level.

It's a fake wedding and it's part of a larger scam. Romance might come near the end, but no indication thus far.

Not a plot (country romance) that normally interests me and I really don't like dramas where all episodes are dropped at once, but. . . . . heaven sake, that cast list is full of favorite veteran actors that I'll give it a try. Now on my watchlist.

MDL ratings are meaningless!!! Honestly. . . they are meaningless!

Meanwhile, The Apartment Job is already matching the "1st weekend" ratings of The Reborn Rookie that ended (final episode) as one of the highest rated kdramas in the past several years.

I repeat: MDL ratings are meaningless. I'm looking forward to seeing the upcoming Netflix ratings. As in WORLDWIDE views which DWARF MDL "views".

Just sayin' lol.

I don't think so. But if there is a glimmer or flutter. . . .I think it might be between Ha-ri (who finished law school but cannot pass the bar) and Je-Gil (someone who attended law school but for finance reasons, could not finish??) . Ji Sung avoids full press romance in recent dramas. Whatever "romance" (i.e. heart flutters) there may be in this drama, I don't think Ji Sung's character is part of it.

"rising actress" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

The overall focus/arc of the drama is the creation of a pseudo family. The 10B Won is the "background story" and altho significant, not the primary story.

I'm still a bit confused, but there is an organization called the "One Club" and one of the main characters (Lee Chung Won) is also somehow involved (the owner?) of the apartment complex where Ha-ri's sister works. As for the cops - not clear is they are really, really bad (ie corrupt)) or if they are actually trying to infiltrate the One Club for police business.

Regardless, the viewer (as in ME) is rooting for Hae-Seong (Ji Sung character) and the pseudo family he will be creating. The motivation (10B won) is not as important altho I always want the end game to connect the dots.

Terrific 1st episode. Introduced the good guys and most of the bad guys quickly and easily understood. More to be revealed, I'm sure, but very fast-paced and fun.

Definite "The Judge Returns" vibes with to-be-revealed conspiracies and Ji Sung's character once again scheming and manipulating his way thru the plots and sub-plots.

Should release on Netflix around 12:45-1 am (KST). Meanwhile, here's a small clip (but no subs). Bonus: veteran actor Kim Won Hae

https://x.com/mr__jisung/status/2075959825792377071

haha, I just read the history of King Munjong (Crown Prince Yi Hyang) and it's rather sad - three different Queens (first two were deposed). Much as I like Kang Hoon, I don't think this one is for me.

First watched him in Secret Romantic Guesthouse and he outshone everyone else (IMHO).

JTBC filed for "bankruptcy". I'm not sure what the legal terms are in Korea but in the USA it would be similar to Chapter 11 - request to refinance/reorganize as opposed to outright shutdown.

Maybe he's taking a break? He filmed "The Judge Returns" and this drama almost back-to-back. Very unusual for him to take on two dramas w/in 12 months.

No. Two episodes a week.

Under normal circumstances I would be taking one ⭐off my rating simply because of that ridiculous final scene. But. . . . . this drama deserved 12 ⭐ in my mind because the writing/pacing/plot were impeccable. It's been a long time since I've watched a mystery/thriller type drama that absolutely stuck the landing for every single character. NO plot-holes. None. Amazing job.

Acting, direction all excellent as well, but the writing? On another level because she respected the viewers intelligence.

Thank goodness he's going into military for a couple of years. The thought of a sequel with a idol-not-an-actress is not to be thought of.

"The Judge Returns" is one of my all-time favorites and a bit of the same "fantasy" element.

I'm thinking they will put him in charge of that soccer foundation paid with the Na slush funds (and Jae-gyeon's as well? that would be karma!)

I'm hoping it's her drunken guilt dream - I mean really, how could a phone call/video come from Dad?

I never wanted her to find out - too much ick factor (for her) if she thinks back to how her heart fluttered for him. I hope in the end, Chairman and his friend Director Lee will be the only ones who know and poor Jun-hyeon will have total amnesia.