Second Lead Syndrome

Second Lead Syndrome is real, painful, and there is no cure. Join me in my suffering.

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  • Pride and Prejudice

    1. Pride and Prejudice

    Korean Drama - 2014, 21 episodes

    7.0

    Such a sweetheart and looked out for her but because she was his noona, she didn't look at him romantically. Pretty obvious from the start it was one sided. Sigh.

  • Kill Me, Heal Me

    2. Kill Me, Heal Me

    Korean Drama - 2015, 20 episodes

    9.0

    Is it possible to have SLS if the character is in the same body as the lead? I'll love Shin Se Gi forever & ever & ever. And a while after that too.

  • While You Were Sleeping

    3. While You Were Sleeping

    Korean Drama - 2017, 32 episodes

    7.5

    A guy that loves comics so much he named his dog Robin, a strong moral compass, and is just an all around loyal, nice guy? Marry me.

  • The Heirs

    4. The Heirs

    Korean Drama - 2013, 20 episodes

    4.0

    So I'm not really into bad boys but damn if my heart didn't skip a beat when Choi Yeong Do let his bangs down and got all soft.

  • Heart to Heart

    5. Heart to Heart

    Korean Drama - 2015, 16 episodes

    This second lead is pretty much perfect (up to episode 8--which is how far I've watched to date). He's supportive and oh so patient, he's kind, he's protective, he tells her she needs to love herself more and look out for herself. Why do dramas not have these wonderful guys as the main lead? WHY? I LOATHE the male lead in this show. I'm so frustrated. 

  • The Innocent Man

    6. The Innocent Man

    Korean Drama - 2012, 20 episodes

    4.0

    Attorney Ahn's reserved nature hid a deep passion that fascinated me. I often wondered if being in love with a better woman might have negated some of his ruthlessness. Did his loyalty corrupt him or was that just who he was? I wish they'd explored his character and motivations more. 

  • The Bride of Habaek

    7. The Bride of Habaek

    Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes

    8.0

    I liked the male lead, but Shin Hoo Ye was so sweet even as he was so very lost. He broke my heart and I was seriously torn between the two men.

  • Love Me If You Dare

    8. Love Me If You Dare

    Chinese Drama - 2015, 24 episodes

    7.5

    Who wouldn't adore the loyal, kind and very self aware Xun Ran? I almost wish he wasn't so astute and actually pursued her before Jin Yan showed up.

  • Only Side by Side with You

    9. Only Side by Side with You

    Chinese Drama - 2018, 40 episodes

    4.0

    He wasn't perfect but that's what made him all the more realistic. There were some bad choices but he was protective, sweet, and utterly adored her.

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