South Korean gangster drama hailed 'best revenge series' soars up Netflix chart
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Netflix's newest South Korean revenge thriller, Mercy For None, is already being praised by fans.
The seven-episode series follows a 'former gangster' who 'returns to the underworld' after his brother is murdered, fuelled by 'power, ambition and revenge'.
The synopsis continues: 'Gi-jun (So Ji-Sub), who's been living in exile since he left the underworld over a decade ago, reenters the mob scene to get revenge against anyone and everyone involved in his brother's murder.'
The show is based on the webtoon Plaza Wars: Mercy for None by O Se-hyung and Kim Gyun-tae and has been adapted to screen by Yoo Ki-seong.
It has clearly already made an impression on eager viewers, catapulting into the top 10 TV shows on Netflix this week – and the reviews reflect its well-deserved popularity.
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'From brutal hand-to-hand combat to wielding his signature baseball bat and mastering blade fights, bones crack, bodies fly, and blood stains the walls of many villains' hideaways. So Ji-Sub delivers an electrifying performance that sets a new standard for action storytelling.
'Mercy for None lands its blood-soaked action sequences and sufficiently surprising plotting to stay engaging,' Google reviewer Gunta Sharmila shared.
'This is the first time in a while that I've truly enjoyed an action-themed series, and Mercy for None completely exceeded my expectations. From the opening scene to the final episode, it delivers a gripping, emotionally intense experience that goes far beyond the typical revenge drama,' Jahazeel Ramos agreed.
'The best revenge series sooo far! Since I'm a fan of the thriller action genre, I absolutely binge-watched it in one day. Definitely would recommend this,' Shejal Ray echoed.
Over on X, user kdramamiss added: 'Mercy For None was an insane ride, a very fast paced, bloody action packed thriller drama with great performances from the ensemble cast and intense crazy fight scenes it was so good!'
'It feels like I'm watching a Korean version of John Wick but I love the crazy fights, blood everywhere, and revenge! And honestly, I'm loving every second of it,' te3_tia said. More Trending
It is not the first South Korean revenge thriller to garner special attention on the streamer.
Earlier this year, fans raved about the K-drama Karma, which followed the 'intertwined lives of six individuals' who were 'plunged into a cycle of retribution'.
So if you are looking for your next bite of the revenge apple, make Mercy For None your next watch.
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Mercy For None is now streaming on Netflix.
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