Mercy for None

I really enjoyed this show. I appreciate how succinct it told the story, nothing was dragged out. It has phenomenal fighting and interesting/new (to me) camera work. The only reason why I don't give it a 10 is because I liked other shows a tad bit more. Specifically: "Bloodhounds" and "Worst of Evil".

Both shows also have amazing fighting, but Bloodhounds and Worst of Evil have more fleshed-out stories (even if Bloodhounds retcon'd near the end due to a scandal involving one of its actors). Mercy For None's storytelling cuts out just a little bit too much, enough so that I was wishing I cared more about the main character.

Nevertheless, it's an exciting show. Totally still worth the time. Highly recommend.

Mercy for None hooks with its gritty vibe and relentless pacing. The noir tone and emotional weight make the brutal, lived-in world feel urgent and real. While some early subplots are muddled, the narrative gains clarity and impact as it unfolds.

So Ji-sub shines in a magnetic return, embodying Nam Gi-jun with raw rage and quiet grief. His physical intensity and emotional depth define the series, making his comeback unforgettable.

The lack of a female lead fits the hyper-masculine, gangland setting, where vulnerability is danger. It's a bold, thematic choice.

Stylish, visceral, and tight; this is Korean action noir at its boldest.

Episode 1 Impressions

I'm going to start this off by saying if you've liked any violent Korean revenge thrillers in the past two decades than Mercy for None will probably be your cup of tea.

The fight choreography is crisp and bloody with punchy SFX for each punch. Every hit connects with intensity and the camera moves around enough to keep fight scenes entertaining instead of disorienting.

The plot is not too bad either. It seems to be your typical run of the mill Korean revenge setup. Something happens that motivates an over powered character to want to exact revenge. It doesn't really bother me that much because I came for the action. The story is good enough to hold your attention, albeit a little confusing for the first 30 minutes.

The production design, cinematography are all top notch and I was surprised by the production values. Varied locations and slick cinematography help to make sure you eyes are never really board.

Mercy for None is great so far after one episode. The premiere did a good job hooking me and now I want to see what is going to happen next. If you're here for the action I don't think you will leave disappointed. As long as you can suspend your disbelief from time to time, but that is part of the fun!

"Fists fly, blades slash, and a bloodied baseball bat crashes through bone - this is action at its rawest and most visceral. Every fight scene in the film is a brutal ballet of survival, choreographed with precision and executed with unrelenting force. The hand-to-hand combat is gritty and realistic, while the use of melee weapons adds a savage edge that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

This isn't stylized violence for spectacle - it's grounded, dirty, and hits like a freight train. If you're a fan of bone-crunching brawls and close-quarters chaos, this one delivers in spades." It all ends in death.

I really loved non nonsense show, the action genere is clean cut, without any distributed slope, its simple ruthless honest as it progress, its definitely a Korean John kick series. For a simple continuous watch, which keeps viewer interested in complete one go watch, cinematography choreography of action sense is flawless there is no doubt this is one of the best action series of 2025, a simple known revenge story which gets better with each episode. With satisfying ending, there is no way to ignore the master action piece like this, its good action for limited series. With good story and well based acting.