‘Weak Hero Class 1’ will meet viewers on the 25th.
Netflix has revealed key points to watch for in ‘Weak Hero Class 1’ that will make viewers' hearts race again, along with unreleased stills.
#1. A masterpiece recognized for its artistry and popularity, a ‘life work’ for many youths
‘Weak Hero Class 1’, which will be released on the 25th amid high expectations, is a strong action growth drama about a weak boy who fights against numerous acts of violence alongside his first friends, Su-ho and Beom-seok, who are top 1% model students.
Based on the webtoon of the same name, ‘Weak Hero Class 1’ recorded an astonishing 45.5% share of the OTT platform and a rating of 9.9 upon its release in 2022, earning recognition for both its artistry and popularity. The story of model student Yeon Si-eun (Park Ji-hoon) learning to fight against harsh realities with An Su-ho (Choi Hyun-wook) and Oh Beom-seok (Hong Kyung) resonated with viewers, making it a ‘life work’ for many.
Director Han Jun-hee introduced ‘Weak Hero Class 1’ as “a story about growing pains rather than growth itself,” capturing the pains of youth that anyone could experience.
#2. Park Ji-hoon, Choi Hyun-wook, Hong Kyung, Lee Yeon, Shin Seung-ho, flawless character play
The flawless character portrayals by new actors Park Ji-hoon, Choi Hyun-wook, Hong Kyung, Lee Yeon, and Shin Seung-ho have elevated the quality of ‘Weak Hero Class 1’, garnering praise from both viewers and the media. The tension and friendship narratives created by distinct personalities captivated the audience instantly. In particular, Yeon Si-eun's use of his exceptional intellect in ‘brain action’ is an unmissable point of interest in ‘Weak Hero Class 1’.
Director Yoo Soo-min maximized the genre's thrill with unique action added to a world that breaks away from the typical school drama. The ensemble of characters, along with the actors' performances that enhance empathy and immersion, and the original and sophisticated direction have raised expectations for the Netflix series ‘Weak Hero Class 2’.
#3. ‘Weak Heroes’ Park Ji-hoon, Choi Hyun-wook, Hong Kyung “My first friends and the people I loved”
The brilliant friendship narrative created by boys with their own wounds who change and grow for each other is the best point to watch in ‘Weak Hero Class 1’. The series vividly depicts how Yeon Si-eun, An Su-ho, and Oh Beom-seok break out of their tough shells and build bonds. The detailed emotional portrayal of the three friends opening their hearts and the process of having to confront violence to protect their friends, delivered by Park Ji-hoon, Choi Hyun-wook, and Hong Kyung, leaves a poignant aftertaste.
The three friends, who received immense love to the point of being nicknamed ‘Weak Heroes’, prompted viewers to respond with comments like “I feel like I gained all the friends” and “I didn’t expect to cry over high school friendships,” while the actors expressed their unique bond by saying, “They are my first friends and the people I loved.”
Meanwhile, ‘Weak Hero Class 1’ will meet global viewers through Netflix starting on the 25th, and the Netflix series ‘Weak Hero Class 2’ is scheduled to be released in the second quarter of 2025.
[Lee Da-kyum, Star Today Reporter]
