Netflix will globally release the highly anticipated series 'Weak Hero Class 1' starring Park Ji-hoon.
The strong action growth drama 'Weak Hero Class 1', which depicts the journey of a weak boy facing numerous acts of violence alongside his first friends, Su-ho and Bum-seok, will be available in over 190 countries worldwide on Netflix starting March 25.
Based on the popular Naver webtoon of the same name, 'Weak Hero Class 1' features outstanding performances from emerging actors such as Park Ji-hoon, Choi Hyun-wook, Hong Kyung, Shin Seung-ho, and Lee Yeon, maximizing the genre's thrill. Upon its release in 2022, it recorded an impressive 45.5% share of the OTT platform market, earning recognition for both its artistic quality and popularity.
The story follows the exemplary student Yeon Si-eun (Park Ji-hoon) as he accidentally gets swept into a whirlwind of violence, joining Su-ho (Choi Hyun-wook) and Bum-seok (Hong Kyung) to confront violence both inside and outside of school, garnering a strong response as it portrays the growth and friendship of the three friends.
It raises the heavy themes of 'violence' and 'growth' faced by teenagers, and the protagonist Yeon Si-eun's use of his exceptional intellect in fighting techniques, termed 'brain action', has been praised for its originality and sophistication under the direction of Yoo Su-min, opening a new horizon for K-school action dramas. The passionate performances of actors like Park Ji-hoon, Choi Hyun-wook, and Hong Kyung further enhance the quality, raising anticipation for 'Weak Hero Class 2'.
Following 'Weak Hero Class 1', 'Weak Hero Class 2', set to arrive on Netflix in the second quarter of this year, will depict Yeon Si-eun, who transferred to Eunjang High School with the trauma of failing to protect his friend while confronting violence for their sake, as he faces even greater violence to ensure he never loses a friend again, portraying a desperate survival story and a brilliant tale of growth.
Fresh faces have joined the cast for the new season. Ryu Un, Choi Min-young, and Lee Min-jae will play new friends that the protagonist Yeon Si-eun meets at Eunjang High School. Notably, Yoo Soo-bin, who heightened the tension as Choi Hyo-man at the end of 'Weak Hero Class 1', is also set to appear, increasing curiosity. The massive alliance that Yeon Si-eun and his friends will confront includes Bae Nara, and Lee Joon-young will make a special appearance, igniting excitement.
'Weak Hero Class 1' will be released on Netflix on March 25 in over 190 countries worldwide. 'Weak Hero Class 2' is expected to meet viewers in the second quarter.
