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Starring Park Bo Gum and Kim So Hyun, Good Boy is a story of group of Olympic players, who are now part of police force through a special recruitment program.

The drama is a blend of humour, action and romance. A group of police force forms a unit to catch a criminal mastermind that has every person under his control. The cast and the premise is promising, however with some flaws.

The premise is well-built but the episodes felt too stretched out, the characters are well written but feels one dimensional at times. The action choreography is very good and keeps you hooked to the screen. Oh Jung Se as the antagonist is the show stealer. His facial expressions and dialogue delivery was commendable. The romance scenes between the ML and FL were a little more than required. The production is good and many scenes are creatively shot.

The plot is fairly straightforward. Money + Greed = Corruption. Crime pays -> do more crime. Our team are earnest but they are mostly incidental heroes. The police is inept most of the time and is always one step behind. Hence the need for our Band of Misfits.

Overall, Good Boy is a good cop action drama that blends action and humour. Although it's far away from being a great show, it's a fun-to-watch drama that will entertain you for sure.

My Rating : 7.5/10.

Forcing a conclusion, the plot drags on, failing to portray the characters in the show to their fullest extent, but the portrayal of the truth is excellent, and the villain's acting left a lasting impression on me. I also really enjoyed the interactions between a few characters in the show, such as the team leader's performance and that of the other four members, as I was impressed.

I've watched 14 episodes so far; this is a disappointing k-series.

The premise is interesting-former Olympic medalists, band together to fight the bad guys.

As the episodes continued, the story became more ridiculous & shallow.

Yes, this is fiction, but it's so over the top, just so unbelievable, the description of the main ring leader, who's just a civil servant working as a custom officer, somehow became a global villain with so much power that he mobilizes many professional killers at any given moment.

Even more ridiculous is he has stashed away many truck loads of cash, so tightly packed, really?! Even if he sells every " Candy " to each person, he would not have accumulated that much money.

Then there're fighting scenes. The writer is so ignorant of brain organ structures and functions.

The way Park BG received repeated heavy head blows, in reality, he would have been dead with just 1or 2 blows to the head. Brain is a soft organ, the massive swelling & bleeding inside the skull will compress on nerves, brain herniates, death ensues.

Overall, I gave 5 for the acting. But the script writer has done a poor job, a total failure .

If you're a fan of action-packed series with a dash of comedy and a powerful villain, this one ticks many boxes. The cast delivers solid performances, and the chemistry between characters keeps you engaged. However, the biggest letdown is the pacing - what could've wrapped up neatly in 10 or 11 episodes was unnecessarily stretched to 16, making the middle episodes feel a bit dragged.

Despite that, the action sequences were top-notch, and the villain absolutely stole the show with a gripping presence that left a lasting impact. The series balances comedy and intensity well, and while it's not perfect, it's still a fun watch if you have the patience.

If you're in the mood for a drama packed with adrenaline-pumping action, "Goodboy" delivers from the get-go. While the first episode dedicates a significant chunk of its runtime (approximately 90 minutes) to character introductions, this extended build-up ultimately pays off with a powerful and impactful unveiling of its main players.

Park Bogum, in particular, shines with his comedic timing and surprising display of raw strength early on. Viewers will be impressed by his physical prowess, evident in several scenes in Episode 1. And prepare for a truly unique and exhilarating car chase sequence - one that defies expectations with a character literally "stuck to the car on foot!" The sheer excitement of this moment is something you truly have to experience to appreciate.

But while Episode 1 lays a solid foundation, Episode 2 is an absolute must-watch. Without giving away any spoilers, this installment escalates the stakes and propels the narrative forward in a way that will leave you eagerly anticipating what comes next. It's the kind of episode that solidifies "Goodboy" as a drama to keep an eye on.

In summary, "Goodboy" promises to be a thrilling ride. Despite a somewhat lengthy introductory phase, the payoff is worth it, delivering strong character moments and genuinely exciting action. Be sure to clear your schedule for Episode 2 - you won't want to miss it.