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Protagonist's relative's death reveals shocking secret! How will protagonist overcome this sudden shock and challenge?!

Sure, it seems like a familiar story on the surface, but A Shop for Killers goes much deeper, interspersing numerous backstories of our characters who we have no choice but to fall in love with!

The main story is a short one, taking place over the course of a single day. However, such as in life, the events leading up to this day are what matters the most.

The acting is superb, as are the action scenes. I have seen my fair share of Hollywood gun violence, but honestly, the choreography and cinematography in A Shop for Killers has them beat on every level!

A very entertaining series, you will not be disappointed.

As this Korean drama opens a sniper is trying to kill Jeong Ji-an, a young woman in a remote house; she finds a rifle under a sofa and fires back. We then, via a series of flashbacks see how she came to be there and why she is being targeted. It turns out that her parents had been killed and she when she was a young girl and she was adopted her uncle, Jeong Jin-man. Officially he runs a business selling tubing but in reality it is a front for an illegal weapons 'supermarket'; following his apparent suicide she has inherited the business... which came as a surprise to her.

I really enjoyed this action packed series. The opening scene immediately grabbed my attention before flashbacks start telling us how the situation occurred. Throughout the series we move between various time periods but is never confusing about when what we are seeing is going on. This means that even though Jeong Jin-man is dead when the series starts he is still a major character. The acting is solid throughout; the main bad guy may be a bit of a pantomime villain but that suits the feel of the series. The final episode wraps things up nicely without shutting down the possibility of another season. Overall I'd definitely recommend this to action fans.

These comments are based on watching the series in Korean with English subtitles.

Ok! Listen up no more American shows/series/movies/cinema fazes me anymore. Korean film does it. That sweet spot! This show has it... intense action,great character development, emotions and no romance! I love it! I hope many folks are watching it... I get a lot of entertainment out of every single episode! I hope they make a season two! So far I'm chopping at the bit hoping they will make a season 2.

Sooooooo if you're looking for a good action packed quality series! This is it! Look no further! Love the actors, love the martial arts! It truly is Art! Give show a chance hey fyi it bounces around a bit but it's still worth a watch!

Happy viewing.

I've been pleasantly surprised by the quality of "A Shop For Killers." It's got this quick and exciting pace, with a compelling storyline and stylish cinematography, making it a show that keeps you hooked throughout.

I really appreciate is the relationship between the uncle and the niece. It adds this special dynamic to the show that goes beyond just the main plot. The chemistry between them is interesting + unique and gives the storyline an extra layer of depth.

As the story unfolds, I'm particularly intrigued by the potential exploration of Jeong Jinman's perspective in the upcoming episodes. It seems like there's a lot more to his character, and I'm looking forward to seeing how that unfolds. Jinman's character is quite complex and mysterious, which adds a rich dimension to the plot.

While all the actors are well-cast, the performances that truly stand out are those of the actors playing Jeong Jinman and little Jian.

Considering the well-rounded cast and the thoughtful plot, I have a feeling that "A Shop For Killers" could be one of the standout thriller series of 2024. It's got all the elements to make it unique and compelling, and I can't wait to see where the story takes us.

Great story. I appreciate the easy transition between present time and flashbacks. The action scenes are well done and fun to watch for the most part. The fight scenes are also fun to watch. The acting is top notch, especially from Lee Dong Wook who always has an amazing presence on screen. Love him! I like that even if this is mostly an action packed show, we are slowly discovering more about the main characters and what motivates them. This show is not for everyone. They're are very violent and somewhat graphic scenes but if you like these kind of shows this is a definite must watch. Love this show!

By far the best series of 2024, this show is nothing short of amazing. Compelling story, amazingly edited, with a seamless transition between present-day events and flashbacks that adds depth and clarity. The action scenes are incredibly well-executed and thrilling to watch, with fight sequences that are both intense and entertaining. The acting is top-notch, with Lee Dong Wook delivering a standout performance that commands the screen, Kim Hye-jun is equally remarkable, delivering a performance that never falters. She doesn't let down a single scene, keeping your eyes glued to the screen every time she appears. A great surprise, An identity revealer, An action packed show, A must-watch!

I just finished watching the show, and in general I liked it a lot. The story was good, the acting was good and also the pace.

But the main reason I am not giving it a higher score was because the show was way too long.

So what do I mean about that?

There were only eight episodes - compared to Koreans normal sixteen, but out of those eight episodes, I saw the same scene over and over again just from a different angle or to give me new information.

It just got too much in the end, because the show had already hinted or showed most of the information, so I only got a few more new pieces. And most of them not really important.

I had also guessed the ending around episode two or three, so it was not that cleaver.

And if I had been Ji-an I would not have welcomed the ending at all - special after all the troubles and close calls...

The show also seems like there will be a season two - and if not there is some major plot holes.

They should properly just have made a movie instead...

Lee Dong-wook's performance in "A Shop for Killers" really stands out for its complexity and depth. His portrayal of a character grappling with moral ambiguities while transitioning from a dark figure to one of ethical grounding demonstrates his exceptional acting range. Dong-wook has this unique ability to captivate the audience, making his character's journey emotionally engaging, even when he's only present in flashbacks. This showcases not just his talent, but also his significant impact on the narrative. His contribution to the series not only deepens the plot but solidifies his status as a versatile actor in the Korean entertainment scene. His performance is a key element that elevates the drama, making it a must-watch for fans and a testament to Dong-wook's impressive acting skills.

I just finished watching this series and decided to give it a 6/10. I know maybe it"s such a low rating for a series that has good action sequences but I had to do it.

The main reason I gave it such a low score was because of how the director presented this series. If you ever watched the original Saint Seiya The Sanctuary Arc, you may find the similarity with this series. For every action the main character about to jump on, the story would flashback to the time where he/she was trained to deal with such situation. In Saint Seiya case it worked because: 1. It was an anime 2. It was produced in the 80's. But A Shop For Killers is a live action, and the year is 2024!

I almost fell asleep every time the story does this! And episode 7 is the worst!

Excruciating 6/10.

Damn, does anyone do fight action better than Korean dramatists? Maybe but I sure don't know yet. I'm impressed with the creative action all around. The relationship dynamics between uncle and niece are unique and in many ways very positive preparations for dealing with living in a crazy world where trust must be earned. There's more to survival than relying on basic instincts--making the most of what's available and focusing are right on target IMO. Interesting take on chosen / created families too. For all the violence issues of collateral damage/murder of noncombatants/civilians are raised. And the difference between psychopaths and rational humans who've made certain career choices--yeah, there IS a difference. Another thing to think about is all that firepower--all those weapons, drones and bombs--indeed there's a lot of it in our world right now. Scary. Still a very enjoyable guilty pleasure watching for what interesting action, character twist, idea concept is coming next. Oh that damn couch... love it.

So far, the pacing is slow for me and the action scenes are amateurish and not thrilling at all that I had to skip a lot. The young protagonist's acting also seems out of place or maybe that's her character, but her action scenes are awkward as if she had not been trained in martial arts or action schools prior to putting her on camera.

I haven't seen any real action scenes from Lee Dong Wok yet and it's already 4 episodes.

I am hopeful that the next episodes get better in terms of action sequences and backstory between those thugs and Jinman and hopefully the story makes sense, because so far it's getting a little bit frustrating.

I can't say the series is bad, but I can't give it high praises either.

The start is promising and I enjoyed Lee Dongwook in this role of a merc with morals teaching his niece how to survive, which is the underlying theme.

There are plenty of action scenes, well made, technically advanced war gadgets giving me goosebumps. But also a lot of useless cruelty hidden in kind of revenge plot without a true explanation and for me not plausible. I often kept wondering why the heck they are fighting each other, seemed like fighting for fighting's sake.

The story unravels in backflips giving explanations of Jians upbringing. Not bad per se but it's overdone as you're going to see the same thing over and over again without adding much value. Especially the 7th episode, I skipped most of it. A regular timeline would have been better as well as expanding on character development and closing plot holes. The villain is just a one dimensional bad ass.

Highlights next to LDW were the Muan Thai teaching guy and the Korean version of Laura Craft Minhye.

While acting etc is good, the series action packed, it's not compelling enough for me to make it onto the watch again list.

While I enjoyed most action scenes (camerawork, stunts and production were the highlight of the series), I quite liked most of the main characters (with a few exceptions) and the Shopping mall setting was interesting in theory.. there were many elements that I didn't like.

The story is a bit long-winded, unnecessarily repetitive in parts and with a structure and slow pacing that doesn't do it any favors! Plus a predictable resolution, forgettable dialogue and the now tiring Korean character traits that are overused on villains.. and you get something that wasn't particularly satisfactory to me. Specially because it seems to try and use too many ideas, while something simpler would have been better.

Still, I feel like it could be a popular series for the average viewer! Specially now that there's a "lack" of American productions coming out.

Captivating story with superb action and background sequel.

Every seen has been shot nicely. Everything was at top class. Nice story to grab on. Pick a bucket and enjoy the thrill.

What a brilliant movie that was! It had everything I could possibly want out of a big production like that.

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I've finished the drama, i've never had this feeling to a drama before. It's so good, make me veryy frustating and the actingggg of all the actor is crazyy. I really need season 2 please please please. Thank you so much for making this drama.

Very intens and emotional story, im crying like crazy when thiz genre is action omg. I hope we can see the battle jeong jinman vs bale untill the end. And how he can planned everything very detail.

I will never forget this drama, the best drama i've ever watched. Lee dongwook i love you so much. Kim hyejun i love youu. Pasin Minhye Brother Honda i love youuu.

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Just kidding, this is my first time writing a review for something in IMDB and only because this series has defied my expectations.

The direction, editing, and screenplay are so precise. In my opinion, not a single frame is wasted. The many flashbacks, camera angles, and acting are a far cry from the many action series of the past.

The fight choreography, as many others have already mentioned, is top-notch and not over the top. The visual effects are not distracting as they should be.

From the first episode to the last, the mystery only continues to intrigue the audience. And I'm certainly wanting for more!

Just finished episode 8 and I think this show is great it kept me coming back for more each week. Hopefully they finish up the story with another episode or continue with another season soon!!!! The actors were amazing 👏🏽 and I liked how thier was action in every episode. The story was captivating I really hope that they bring back the same actors as these episodes and don't replace them. Great show all around made me have a lot of emotions while watching each episode during the weeks that it aired. Like I said before hopefully more is to come. Since they didn't finish the storyline with bale.

First of all, I'm very glad to hear that this series is in talks for a season 2!

The action does not disappoint at all and the story is impeccable. Every actor does their job just right and the synergy created by them ties the mysterious plot together in a very satisfying way. I checked this out due to Lee Dongwook being on the cover and oh my God I'm so glad I did. I've seen him do more comedic roles recently but the depth he showcases in this complicated character is truly something and pretty much solidifies him as one of them most versatile and talented actors out there. I was also very impressed with Geum Haenna as it was my first encounter with her acting and am inclined to see more of her works.

At the beginning I was not sure about spending time watching this drama, but for my surprise the great performance of all actors, (from the good to the worst character, they were all on point, delivering a believable performance and captivating audience attention), make me watch the whole thing in 2 days, even I was amazed with how intrigued I became over the episodes, the flashbacks, for the first time IMHO, told the story with depth without taking the viewer's attention towards any aspect of the development of why Jinman created the Mall.

At the end of ep 8 things started to be even better. Hopefully the second part will be the same.