26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Netflix series fans are already calling 'the best of 2025' after binging episodes in just one day
Netflix subscribers have been quick to binge through the series
Netflix viewers are absolutely hooked on what they're calling the 'best drama series of 2025'.
Weak Hero has made a grand entrance on the major streaming platform with the launch of its second season. The first series was initially exclusive to the Waave platform in 2022, but now both instalments, subtitled Class 1 and 2, have found their way onto Netflix.
The drama is a South Korean production based on a webtoon of the same name. The second season was added to the service on Friday (April 25), following the first a few weeks prior, and it's proving to be an unexpected hit among subscribers.
At the time of writing, it has secured a spot in the top 10 most watched shows in several regions. It currently ranks sixth among UK users and has climbed as high as third in the US. It appears that many viewers are thoroughly enjoying binge-watching all the episodes, reports the Mirror US.
The show's synopsis suggests a blend of Gossip Girl, John Wick and Fight Club. It centres around Yeon Si-eun, who ranks in the top 1% of his class and is solely focused on his studies. However, he refuses to back down from the ruthless school bullies.
Instead, he utilises his quick decision-making skills and extensive knowledge of various subjects, along with his surroundings, to defend himself. Finding himself in serious danger, he forms new friendships to navigate a high school life filled with violence and discover the true meaning of strength.
Fans have been sharing their feelings online about the show with one declaring: "Weak Hero is a masterpiece! Best drama series of 2025. The emotions hit harder, the fights are even more brutal and realistic!"
They further enthused: "Park Ji-hoon absolutely owned his role - the pain, the loneliness, the silent strength... I felt everything! The story isn't just about fighting - it's about trust, betrayal, and survival. Every scene had me on the edge of my seat."
Another fan praised the series on Rotten Tomatoes, where it boasts a phenomenal 94% approval score: "It's difficult to put into words just how incredible this drama is. It was my first time seeing Park Ji Hoon in an acting role and he totally blew me away. The show is perfectly written. A must watch for anyone that doesn't mind violence in a drama."
A different viewer expressed a fervent desire not to leave the show's world, saying: "I didn't want it to end. Insane fight scenes, emotional gut-punches, and characters you'll obsess over (even the villains), even though I really wish we got more of Su-ho."
One more fan echoed a common sentiment, harbouring hopes for another season, writing: "Honest opinion, Weak Hero was too short. There needs to be a part three or something of that sort."
They added: "From first episode to the last l was at the edge of my seat. I'm so glad they put all the episodes on Netflix because l don't think l would have been able to wait for a new episode coming out weekly that would have been horrific."
