This isn’t the first time Netflix has released a superhero-themed Korean drama. Instead of featuring adrenaline-pumping, super-cool superhero action, The WONDERfools (2026) offers a show that’s absurd, packed with comedy, but also thrilling. The premise of The WONDERfools (2026) is actually quite common, but the execution feels engaging, especially with a cast of popular actors, from Park Eun Bin to Cha Eun Woo. For those of you still on the fence about watching it, check out this review of The WONDERfools (2026)!
Warning: This article contains spoilers!
Synopsis of the Korean drama The WONDERfools
Set in 1999, The WONDERfools (2026) follows the story of Eun Chae Ni (Park Eun Bin), Lee Woon Jeong (Cha Eun Woo), Song Kyeong Hoon (Choi Dae Hoon), and Kang Ro Bin (Im Seong Jae), who live in Haeseong City. One day, an unexpected event grants Eun Chae Ni, Song Kyeong Hoon, and Kang Ro Bin superpowers. They team up with Lee Woon Jeong, a mysterious civil servant who also possesses superpowers, to fight crime. Can the chaotic antics of this quartet save Haeseong City from the darkness?
Cha Eun Woo perfectly complements the absurd performances of Park Eun Bin, Choi Dae Hoon, and Im Seong Jae
True to its title, The WONDERfools (2026) indeed presents a variety of absurd elements, including the actors’ performances. It’s not just their gestures and expressions; the dialogue delivered by Park Eun Bin, Choi Dae Hoon, and Im Seong Jae successfully entertains the audience. What about Cha Eun Woo? In terms of personality, the character Lee Woon Jeong that he portrays is depicted as quite mysterious, seeming cold, and nonchalant. It is precisely Lee Woon Jeong’s seemingly anomalous personality that feels right among the oddballs, such as Eun Chae Ni, Song Kyeong Hoon, and Kang Ro Bin.
Although in some moments, Cha Eun Woo is still a bit stiff when displaying “over-the-top” expressions or gestures of surprise. However, viewers will still enjoy his performance, because in some scenes Cha Eun Woo actually exudes a cool, dashing, and attractive aura.
The comedy, expressions, dialogue, camera work, and even the sound are over-the-top, but they actually feel hilarious and absurd
It’s absurd to the extreme! Yep, that phrase perfectly captures every mise en scène—or element—in the Korean drama The WONDERfools (2026). This absurdity isn’t just limited to the characters’ expressions, gestures, and dialogue, you know. In some scenes, you’ll definitely notice rapid camera movements and sudden zooms, accompanied by playful music. Although it might seem a bit over the top, I actually enjoyed all the comedy on display.
Have you ever heard netizens say, “There’s so much to talk about”? Well, you’ll find several scenes that echo that sentiment. In a single shot, you’ll be drawn to focus on multiple things at once. For example, the scene in Episode 2, when Eun Chae Ni is trying to figure out why her physical condition is improving after coming back from the dead. Meanwhile, in the background, Kang Ro Bin is also experimenting with his superpowers, but it ends up backfiring. You’ll know exactly what I mean when you see it for yourself!
True to Korean dramas, the superhero story is woven into everyday life to make it relatable
Korean dramas certainly have their own unique way of crafting their storylines. No matter the theme or premise, it’s always woven into everyday life or a “slice of life” setting, making it feel relatable. Actually, this storytelling style feels more realistic, because if superheroes existed in real life, they’d surely have lives just as absurd as ours. Though viewers will encounter many mysteries while watching The WONDERfools, this K-drama is easy to follow. The WONDERfools (2026) is perfect for those who love superhero stories with a relatable twist. You can watch all 8 episodes of The WONDERfools (2026) on Netflix! Enjoy the show!
