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Mouse korean drama review
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Mouse
1 people found this review helpful
by Appu
Jan 31, 2025
20 of 20 episodes seen
Completed
Overall 9.5
Story 10.0
Acting/Cast 10.0
Music 8.5
Rewatch Value 8.5

Mouse – A Twisted Game of Predators and Prey

If there’s one thing Mouse does well, it’s keeping you on edge. This drama isn’t just a psychological thriller—it’s a mind game that constantly messes with your perception of right and wrong. This drama takes the crime-thriller genre and cranks it up a notch, throwing in psychological twists, moral dilemmas, and a plot that keeps evolving till the very end. Just when you think you’ve figured it out—bam, another curveball.

The Story: Twisted, Dark ------->>> At its core, Mouse explores the concept of psychopathy, asking the unsettling question: What if we could identify psychopaths before they commit crimes? Are monsters born or made?
The drama follows rookie cop Jung Ba Reum (Lee Seung Gi), a seemingly kindhearted and righteous officer, and detective Go Moo Chi (Lee Hee Joon), a relentless investigator haunted by his past. Their paths cross as they pursue a chilling serial killer, but as the story unfolds, nothing is as it seems.
This isn’t your typical crime drama where the bad guy is revealed, caught, and punished. Instead, Mouse pulls you into an intricate web of deception, shocking reveals, and psychological warfare. The pacing might feel slow at times, but trust me, once the pieces start falling into place, you’ll be questioning everything you thought you knew.
And if the main series wasn’t mind-boggling enough, Mouse: The Predator adds even more layers, giving us a deeper dive into the killer’s perspective.

The Cast: They Understood the Assignment ------->>> The performances in Mouse? On another level. Every actor brought depth to their characters, making them feel real, flawed, and, at times, terrifying.
*Lee Seung Gi delivered a performance that was so good, it was unsettling. He pulled off every scene with precision.
*Lee Hee Joon was pure fire. His portrayal of Ko Moo Chi, a detective fueled by pain and vengeance, hit hard. Every emotion, every breakdown—it all felt real.
*Park Ju Hyun and Kyung Soo Jin played crucial roles, adding layers to the story. Park Ju Hyun’s resilience as Oh Bong Yi was something I admired, while Kyung Soo Jin kept things intriguing as the mysterious journalist Choi Hong Joo.
Even the supporting actors nailed it. From Ahn Jae Wook (Han Seo Jun) to Kwon Hwa Woon ( Song Yo Han), every performance added to the chilling atmosphere of the drama.

Final Thoughts:
Mouse is not just about catching a serial killer—it’s about human nature, morality, and the consequences of playing with fate. It’s the kind of drama that leaves you questioning everything, even after the credits roll. The pacing could be a bit slow in some places, and the plot gets real complex, but if you’re into psychological thrillers that mess with your head, this one’s a must-watch.

Rating: 9.5/10 – Absolutely gripping, mind-twisting, and unforgettable.
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