The K dramas are known for their emotional depth, a bold narration and the ability to conclude a powerful narrative in one season. However, some of the most iconic series of recent memory falter when the creators yield to the temptation of sequels.
In fact, there have been many cases in which they are contrary to the exciting seasons, the public is left disappointed or confused by follow-ups, with strong sacrificed bases for twisted plots and reduced characters. Here 10 Korean dramas that probably never had to have a second season.
1. “Penthouse“
Once greeted as a dramatic phenomenon, “Penthouse“Debluato in 2020 with amazing twists and turns and elite class power struggles. However, by season 3, the series has fallen into non -plausible plot devices: The dead characters returned, just to die again, and the bad Joo Dan Tae became evil animated cartoon. The emotional arches of Amati lead like Shim on Ryeon were managed carelessly and the spectators found themselves looking outside the obligation, not by excitement. The first season should have been the call of the curtain.
2. “Play of squid“
Season 1 of “Play of squid“It was a global sensation, mixing brutal survival games with the cut of social comments. But the seasons 2 and 3 recently released have diluted the impact of the show. GI Hun, once the emotional heart of the series, became a passive figure with little narrative. The survival aspect has given way to heavy hand political themes and the political games and heavy political games, and political games, which were once Brilliant of the show, they were put in place.
3. “The disturbing counter“
The new mixture of season 1 of exorcism, action and sincere drama did “The disturbing counter“A successful success. But season 2, coming three years later, has lost its charm. Despite the improvement of the CGI, the battles felt empty and the characters did not have an emotional resonance. The male protagonist became rigid, while the new additions have not been able to connect. The critics said that it seemed more like a cartoon by superhero than a gritty supernatural series.
4. “Sweet Home“
Netflix “Sweet Home“Started as a compelling horror of survival with the development of the stratified character. At season 3, however, it had become a tangled mess. Employee of new characters and more plots, the narrative became so disconnected that the spectators admitted that they had to rely on understanding what was happening what was happening. The themes once political were buried under a script.
5. “Love the alarm“
A success of Rom-com, thanks to its unique premise “Love Alert”, “Love the alarm“He gained a devoted sequel. However, season 2 raised indignation when the protagonist Jo Jo chose Hye Yeong on the favorite sun by fans, despite their stronger chemistry. The plot felt forced and emotionally flat, leading to a strong drop in the public. Fans called him a betrayal of the promise of the first season.
6. “Arthdal ​​Chronicles“
Nicknamed the Korean “game of Thrones”, “Arthdal ​​Chronicles“Season 1 introduced a fascinating mythical world. But after a four -year break, season 2 has disappointed. Without the song of the original stars Joong Ki and Kim Ji Won, the energy has unleashed. Despite the new protagonists Lee Jun Ki and Shin if Kyung have made their best, the new season cannot regain the old magic and the plot has lying in the boring clichés.
7. “Eista of money: Korea – Joint economic area“
With a stellar cast and the legacy of “Spain”The robbery of money“, The Korean remake intrigued the fans. However, season 2 revealed its limits. In the absence of the narrow plot and psychological depth of the original, the story has become melodramatic and inconsistent. International spectators have reached the point of labeling it to “High budget fanfiction.”
8. “Gyeongseong creature“
Season 1 ended with a shocking turning point, building high expectations. However, “Gyeongseong creature“Season 2 jumped into the modern era, discarding the historical background and the emotional nucleus that defined the original. Han, so the modern Hee character was missing deep and the new setting felt disconnected. The monsters also lost their impact and the plot revealed.
9. “DP“
The first season of “DP“He gained critical applause for his raw representation of abuses in the South Korea army. Season 2 moved towards political intrigue and procedural drama, losing the intimate focus that made it so original.
10. “Believer“
“Believer“It was an extraordinary criminal thriller with compelling tension and strong performances. His sequel, however, offered a diluted and blurred story. The new characters were unable to impress and the return characters were underutilized. Despite the refined graphics, the emotional intensity was absent, making the film forgetable.
These dramas had the potential to become long -lasting legends of Korean entertainment. Instead, their attempts to expand the narrative diluted only what made them great. Sometimes, knowing when stopping is the most powerful choice of narration of all.
