Weak Hero Class 2 review: Is it worth watching?

The wait was finally over as Weak Hero Class 2 was finally released, three years after season 1.

Weak Hero Class 1 was one of the few shows that, to me, didn’t have any flaws. The script was good, the character development was good, the action was good, and the acting by the characters, especially by Park Ji-hoon who plays Yeon Si-eun was brilliant.

That led to me having very high expectations for the second season, and frankly, I was slightly disappointed. But let me start with what I enjoyed about the second season.

Weak Hero Class 2 picks up where the first season left off, continuing the story of Yeon Si-eun (Park Ji-hoon) as he navigates a new school and faces even greater challenges. While it retains the intense action and themes of school violence that made its predecessor so compelling, it also explores new dynamics and character relationships.

Park Ji-hoon once again delivers a standout performance as Si-eun, capturing the character's intelligence, vulnerability, and growing determination. And it wasn’t just Ji-hoon who delivered an unforgettable performance. Every new character on the show stood out in their own way, including Jun-tae (Choi Min-yeong), Hu-min (Ryeo-un), and Hyeon-tak (Lee Min-jae). They added a fresh energy to the story, and the evolving friendship between the characters provided emotional depth.

The series continued to deliver well-choreographed and brutal action sequences, some even more thrilling and impactful. And it delved deeper into the main themes of the show — friendship, loyalty, and the cycle of violence, offering a gritty and realistic portrayal of its subject matter.

However, there was one thing that I noticed about this season, it seemed to rushed at times. These rushed moments did, in a way, sacrifice some of the character development and plot nuance. It did not help me connect to, or see the character development of certain characters.

For example, the show intended for us to end up feeling sympathy for Baek-jin (Bae Na-ra) towards the end. But his story felt rushed and frankly, we did not know a lot about the character or why he is the way he is. However, I hope all of these loose ends will be explained better in the next season, especially after the shocking cliffhanger from season 2.

While season 2 was somewhat of a worthy successor of the first season, to me, it did not come close to season 1. The first season was shocking when it came to the violence, dynamics, and betrayal. But it stood out because you connected and understood every character better, making the last two episodes extremely heart wrenching. 

Overall, Weak Hero Class 2 was good at delivering a compelling blend of action, drama, and character-driven storytelling. While it may have some minor flaws, its strengths outweigh its weaknesses, making it a must-watch for fans of the first season and those who enjoy gritty, action-packed dramas.