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A Fun Ride but skip it if you're only interested in the Romance
That was such an entertaining show ^^I wouldn't call it best of the year, but it definitely did its job well... There was a couple of plot holes due to writing convenience at times... or lack of time (especially the last 2 episodes) such as Hae Seong being fired from NIS than being cleared and reinstated God knows when since everything happened in a very short timeframe.
My biggest complain would be the chairwoman... Kim Shin Rok was terrific in her role but too cartoonishly evil for my taste. I wish we knew a bit more about her background, because that would have made her evil behavior not more acceptable but at least understandable. We were given crumbs of explanations here and there but nothing to fully empathize with her character and which Ye Na "accepting" her mom just... I don't know?
The epilogue felt a bit lackluster... due to time constraint... But I was psychologically prepared. There was no way I'd be satisfied unless the final episode was at least 1h and a half but this wasn't that show.
On a shallow note, Seo Kang Hoon was an eye candy from start to finish EXCEPT for this awful hairstyle in the final scene. I don't understand why they had to change HIS hairstyle when Soo Ah's wasn't changed. The Fudge?
Anyway, a solid 8.5. Thoroughly entertained in spite of some flaws. I doubt we'll ever get a second season... and I' d rather we stayed on this high note... But if they ever do one I'll be tuning in ^^
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A charming watch
Undercover High School is the good and bad in k-drama all in one. A great premise for a comedy, a good villain, extreme product placement, and underwhelming romance/melodramatic cliches.It's one of the funniest dramas I've seen, the actors are so good at making you laugh just with their faces. The ML has a lot of charisma. The FL (though a bit underused) is easy to like. Both leads are great at comedy. And we have a villain who you can't take your eyes off of.
Personally I wish this drama was a lot longer than it is. I would've loved to see filler episodes with the ML having to live a normal life as a high school student. The premise of the drama (an NIS agent having to pretend to be a student) would've led to a lot of natural comedy there. And on top of that this high school is such a cool-looking place.
Overall a fun watch! Just be ready to hit fast forward at times
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There's something rotten in Korean schools
Boys over Flowers - School bullyingWeak Hero Class - School bullying
Pyramid Game - School bullying
Study Group - School bullying
Hierarchy - School bullying
Squid Game.... Uh huh, un huh.... the beginning of everything was ... yes .... School bullying...probably
The school is dangerous. Mathematics, physics, french. Тhe french language is my mortal enemyand given the chance I would burn its grammar rules to the ground. Je suis désolé. Le français est la langue la plus romantique du monde.
Yep, yep to the series
This was a interesting, fun, a little dramatic and really enjoyed it. My highlights of the show include:
Loved you since childhood
Fabulous friends group
Treasure hunt
Characters who communicate with no manufactured drama
Romance *cough* between a history teacher and a NIS agent
School bullying
The only problem I had with this series was that I wished it was longer... but I think it was the perfect length. Nothing dragged out and nothing cut too short. An intriguing, suspenseful and full of humour, riddles and action. There were moments in the story that had me laughing out loud, and moments where I was on the edge of my seat but had an undertone of sweet.
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Good kdrama
The story has some substance that elevate it from other dramas of the same genre. A little comedy and a little mystery wrapped up together. Could have been better in some areas? Yes, but it's not a bad watch at all. The acting of the main "couple" and of the villain are a definite highlight. A race of good vs evil while on a treasure hunt.Was this review helpful to you?
An amazing mix of comedy, mystery, action and romance!
First of all, I absolutely loved this drama and am still smiling after just finishing it :DOkay so, Undercover high school is centered on an NIS agent acted by Seo Kang Joon, going undercover in a high school to find gold supposedly hidden inside the school. During this journey full of hilarious moments, exciting mystery, and thrilling action he meets a teacher of the school (Jin Ki Joo), and the two eventually end up solving the mystery together, getting to know each other better in the process.
My favorite character in the drama (I really love her, has to be one of my favorite FLs in K-drama haha) is Jin Ki Joo's character Oh Su-a! She's quick-witted, confident, funny, supportive, and really cares about others (especially her students and the ML Hae Seong). Jin Ki Joo did an absolutely amazing job with the character! Her and Jeong Hae Seong are an exceptionally entertaining and cute duo throughout the drama! The villain is also interesting to follow, though maybe a bit too "comically evil" and lacking the depth that the absolute best villains have. (One of two very small issues I have with the drama).
The actual plot is exciting, has no boring moments whatsoever, and mixes different genres excellently (although the drama mostly is very light and easy to watch, focusing on the comedy aspect). The final episode especially is one my favorites in a while, it delivers perfect conclusions to every plot point and gives a truly satisfying ending (rare in K-dramas haha). One small flaw with the plot is the number of illogical parts and plot points where you kind of just have to suspend disbelief a lot. In this drama it didn't bother me much but keep it in mind if that usually annoys you in dramas.
The biggest reason why I loved this drama so much is the fact that it truly is a feel-good drama. Every episode made me laugh and smile, the comedy was actually funny. The ending is also amazingly cute and made me giggle out of excitement haha. These kinds of dramas are my absolute favorite and this was exactly what I needed right now :D
I can sincerely recommend this drama to everyone, please go watch it haha!
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Fun Ride!
This was a great one! So much fun to watch. The lead actors were perfection and their chemistry was great. The supporting cast was awesome too. The storyline was over the top but it was supposed to be. I mean there was no way she could have really gotten away with that much come on, lol. Music was great and the Ending was satisfying.Was this review helpful to you?
Omg fun :) and realistic. No rosey glasses here
The ML is super charming, spunky, cheery guy and that comes out in his role, he is GREAT.FL is a little ... stupid, unfortunately the script wasnt nice to her... The actress is pretty and she did the best she could..
The story is realistic, and the actions are realistic. People who fight, get hurt. At the end, the NIS agent becomes a school teacher...
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Undercover High School: A Perfect Blend of Comedy, Romance, and Thrills
I absolutely loved "Undercover High School"! The main characters were fantastic, and their chemistry was one of the highlights of the show. Each actor fit their role perfectly, making the relationships feel natural and engaging. The story was well-paced and easy to follow, with just the right balance of lighthearted moments and suspenseful twists. I found the plot above average in terms of thrills, keeping me interested without ever feeling too heavy.The comedy was genuinely funny and never felt forced, adding a refreshing touch to the overall narrative. The romance was also well-developed, with sweet and believable interactions between the leads that made me root for them throughout the series. Overall, "Undercover High School" is an enjoyable watch that blends comedy, romance, and a bit of mystery in just the right proportions. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fun and engaging drama!
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Brilliant and refreshing! but deserved more romance...
humor, originality , suspense, thriller and friendship!! brilliant drama that perfectly blends humor with thrilling plot twists, sweet romance with blood chilling mysteries and heartfelt friendships with found family. I love it overall and found it very refreshing!! I even cried in several points of it, because I was moved by the story or by the relationship Hae Song had with the students 🥹🥹 I never felt the need to skip, it was very very enteirtaing and I got attached to all of the characters so much. The story was insanely good written and the plot gripping!! too bad the romance was only hinted at for 11 episodes... I think for this drama to get 9.5 it would have needed more romance and for it to get 10 it would have needed more episodes!!!Was this review helpful to you?
You must try this
It's enjoyable to watch, very thrilling and you can learn a lot to it. The male leads are reallyyyyy gooddddddd i really enjoyed watching this and it's a wholesome dramaa. The drama itself proved that each and every secret doings has it's own way of coming back to you, Also to add at this, this drama is a lot more good that i expected it to be the villains also satisfy me i thought it would be as common as the other dramas that i've watched but it seems it's worth the time to watched this, i superrr recommend this one!!Was this review helpful to you?
Be Mesmerized by Seo Kang Jun and Don't Think Too Much
The leads were adorable (Seo Kang Jun is anime pretty), and the villainess was delectable. When I shut off my brain, I enjoyed the story; I just had to quit noticing things like the professional, intelligent agent meeting a known traitor alone in a deserted spot without notifying the team. The story of hidden gold was serviceable, but Seo Kang Jun was the sole reason for the high ratings; he can do action, comedy, and romance.Was this review helpful to you?
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Just Laugh & Enjoy
When an elite NIS agent is forced to pose as a student, his assignment becomes more tricky after several misunderstandings with his Korean history teacher. He’s determined to solve the case + solve the mystery surrounding his father’s disappearance; she’s desperate to become a full-time faculty member & be a good teacher. Will they keep getting in each other’s way & stay “rivals” or will they discover an ally in one another?This has both heart & humor; mystery & action; villains & heroes. There’s the cruel reality of bullying & the toll it takes. There’s the heartbreaking loss of a parent. There’s the bonds of found family. There’s the beauty of reunited childhood “loves”.
The cast did their roles really well. They made us root for the good guys & detest the bad ones. Loved the students’ stories & character growth. And kudos to the mega villainess - her ability to portray such a psychotic woman deserves a round of applause. 👏🏻
Overall I enjoyed this drama. My one complaint would be that I wanted more romance between the Leads. They’re both such great actors that it felt like such a wasted opportunity that we didn’t actually get them as a couple until the last scenes so they just felt more like buddies. Regardless, though, it’s still a good watch.
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The things I always want to know 😏😉…
- First(real)Kiss : ep.12💋
- Together : ep.10? 11? 👩🏻❤️👨🏻
- BreakUp: Nope 💖
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