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The 8 Show

Original title: Deo Eiteu Syo
  • TV Series
  • 2024–
  • TV-MA
  • 1h
IMDb RATING
7.2/10
19K
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Moon Jeong-Hee, Chun Woo-hee, Lee Yeol-eum, Ryu Jun-yeol, and Min-Jung Park in The 8 Show (2024)
Eight contestants in financial hardship take part in Money Game, a reality competition with 44.8 billion won up for grabs. To win they must endure 100 days in a sparse studio as all purchases carry a 1000x markup, subtracted from the prize
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Eight contestants in financial hardship take part in Money Game, a reality competition with 44.8 billion won up for grabs. To win they must endure 100 days in a sparse studio as all purchase... Read allEight contestants in financial hardship take part in Money Game, a reality competition with 44.8 billion won up for grabs. To win they must endure 100 days in a sparse studio as all purchases carry a 1000x markup, subtracted from the prizeEight contestants in financial hardship take part in Money Game, a reality competition with 44.8 billion won up for grabs. To win they must endure 100 days in a sparse studio as all purchases carry a 1000x markup, subtracted from the prize

  • Creator
    • Bae Jin Soo
  • Stars
    • Chun Woo-hee
    • Park Hae-joon
    • Ryu Jun-yeol
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.2/10
    19K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    1,794
    225
    • Creator
      • Bae Jin Soo
    • Stars
      • Chun Woo-hee
      • Park Hae-joon
      • Ryu Jun-yeol
    • 159User reviews
    • 19Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 1 nomination total

    Episodes8

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    Chun Woo-hee
    Chun Woo-hee
    • 8F
    • 2024
    Park Hae-joon
    Park Hae-joon
    • Tae-seok
    • 2024
    Ryu Jun-yeol
    Ryu Jun-yeol
    • 3F
    • 2024
    Park Jeong-min
    Park Jeong-min
    • 7F
    • 2024
    Lee Joo-young
    Lee Joo-young
    • 2F
    • 2024
    Moon Jeong-Hee
    Moon Jeong-Hee
    • 5F
    • 2024
    Bae Sung-woo
    Bae Sung-woo
    • 1F
    • 2024
    Lee Yeol-eum
    • Kim Yang
    • 2024
    Yuuki Luna
    Yuuki Luna
    • Eighth Floor (Sera)
    • 2024
    Ell
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    • 2024
    Rich Ting
    Rich Ting
    • Tae Seok…
    • 2024
    Nicole Fong
    Nicole Fong
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    • 2024
    Lee Zoo Young
    • Second Floor
    • 2024
    Anzu Lawson
    Anzu Lawson
    • Mun Jeong
    • 2024
    Jeon Su-ji
    Jeon Su-ji
    • Sang-Guk's wife
    • 2024
    Oh Eun-Seo
    • Noh Da-in
    • 2024
    Jeong Ji-in
    • Dept store customer
    • 2024
    Seo Min-Seong
    • Used car dealership owner
    • 2024
    • Creator
      • Bae Jin Soo
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    7UmeshAditya

    Capitalism Vs Humanity

    A real Dark Comedy in its true sense! In the first go, looks similar to Squid Game but quite a different Korean series. Story explores the portrayal of Capitalism Vs Humanity. Entire series does have only 8 characters. Definitely does offer lots of intense emotions, thrill, excitement, frustration n keeps you completely hooked up. Though starts on lines of innocence, it ends up getting very violent. If you are only into very sober series, avoid it but if you know what exactly a dark series n like them, then definitely must watch on those terms. A limited series of 8 episodes with an average time of 40 mins each. Available in Hindi too. My ratings 7/10!
    6smilepotato

    It could have progressed better

    "The 8 Show" on Netflix starts off with great promise but ultimately disappoints. The first episode reels you into the realities of life with a compelling narrative that hooks you instantly. It sets a high bar, making you eager for more. The second episode builds on this by exploring a fantasy of immense wealth, sparking dreams of how such riches could solve one's problems. The third episode introduces the intricacies and wit of the characters, adding depth and complexity that keeps you engaged.

    However, by the fourth episode, the show begins to falter. The characters start making irrational decisions that undermine the story's credibility. This shift is jarring, considering the initial promise of a smart, well-crafted narrative. Despite my growing frustration, I gave the fifth episode a chance, hoping it would redeem the show. Unfortunately, it didn't. The plot continued to unravel, and the characters' actions remained inconsistent and poorly justified.

    I had high hopes for "The 8 Show" because the beginning hinted at a series with substantial wit and logical sense. The early episodes suggested a thought-provoking storyline with clever characters, but these elements quickly dissolved as the show progressed. The initial intrigue and promise faded, leaving behind a series that struggled to maintain its early momentum and coherence.

    Ultimately, I decided it was not worth continuing. The potential for a great show was there, but it was squandered by a lack of consistent character development and logical storytelling. I wish the series had stayed true to the sharp wit and logical foundation it initially presented. While "The 8 Show" starts strong, it unfortunately loses its way, making it a frustrating watch for those looking for a series that maintains its quality throughout.
    6hugyman

    Engaging first half, disappointing second half

    The show started pretty strong, peaked at around 3-4 episode and it was all downhill after that. The characters have made illogical decisions which really makes you cringe and questions the intelligence of viewer. I would have loved if the show went slow and steady no need to create unnecessary drama by making illogical decisions, a bit less drama but with logical sequence would have been much appreciated.

    To be honest after episode 7 I was totally fed up and did not watch the last episode. I watched episode 7 just in hope they will make at least some sense but I was wrong, Episode 7 was worse than 6, 6 was worse than 5, 5 was worse than 4.
    9gimgyurae

    This is NOT a Squid Game based series

    While the design and style of the new Korean Netflix series definitely seems inspired by squid game, the story itself is based on a Webtoon called "Pi Game".

    Which was released throughout 2020~2021.

    I'd say this is a Great, and even a Better adaptation of the original.

    It has lots of Humor, Violence, and a sharp, deep insight in modern social structures...

    Though it shares lots of similarities with Squid game, The platform, etc... The 8 show feels different and new. And clever.

    While it does have some flaws, If you are a fan of survival game genre, This series is for you.

    Enjoy the show.
    wavey-lip

    Incredibly stupid characters

    I was fine up until characters had to be incredibly stupid, morons just for the plot to go in certain directions. They also don't do certain things, logical decisions, because then it wouldn't be "entertaining".

    The premise is not bad, a lot of things could have been done with this ideea, but they had to have some lunatics and idiots to drive the story.

    There are to many concepts, to many things stuffed in just to impress, to shock. It tries, for no reason at all, to be artistic, but only manages to be very annoying and a cheap attempt.

    The 7th episode is a test, it wants to know how much nonsense you can handle.

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      Based on Bae Jin-Soo's webcomics "Money Game" (published from November 23, 2018 to January 10, 2020 via Naver) and "Pi Game" (published from July 5, 2020 to November 7, 2021 via Naver).

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    • Release date
      • May 17, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • South Korea
    • Official site
      • Netflix Site
    • Language
      • Korean
    • Also known as
      • Chương Trình Số 8
    • Production companies
      • Lotte Entertainment
      • Magnum9
      • Studio N
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      • 1h(60 min)
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      • Dolby Digital
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      • 16:9 HD

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