Highly recommended
This drama is my introduction to the genre, which was probably a bad idea.The first couple of drama's I watched after this one felt like I watched them to fill up the void that was left after Goblin ended.
The acting is great, I love how the romance is done, the story is interesting and unique and the OST is amazing. I am now a fan of all the main actors and when I see them in a different drama I keep thinking back to how great they where in Goblin.
I can definitely recommend this drama to anyone that is even slightly into fantasy.
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Excellent Mesmerizing
Goblin was my first kdrama and I regret not a second I gave to this drama . Everything is so perfect and it's amazing ..this drama.made me fall hard for kdramas but nothing can beat my goblin n grim.This drama is a must must must watch . If you haven't watched it , you are missing a big deal !
The acting and chemistry is par excellence. Everyone is a delight to our eyes ...
I have left not a single drama of Gong yoo after this drama ...and I have watched Goblin , God knows how many times ...I started this drama after my friend emotionally blackmailed me in watching a kdrama. I started this one for 5 minutes and man ..there was no going back since . I watched it in one day and night and then three times more lol 🤣 ...
It was 3 years ago but today I am.again watching it.
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Almost magical
A story unlike any I’ve watched before. Seeing the relationship grow between the Goblin and the Grim Reaper was the best part of the show for me - many funny moments and many touching ones as well.The acting was top notch and I was particularly touched by the overwhelming sadness conveyed by the Grim Reaper so I was glad he had a happy ending. His pale outlook fit his Grim Reaper look very well but I was happier to see him in his other character that had a moustache - so tormented but more handsome. The Goblin was a bit too quirky at times (drying his hair while acting like a teenager, singing a love song etc) which I found to be out of character. FL was spot on with her expressions and mannerisms which made for a believable high school student. Cinematography and story telling were well done, particularly how the Grim Reaper works.
But...
I was not comfortable seeing a romance between a student (19) and an older adult (39 for the last 900 years). Can’t be helped since the story relies on the age 9, 19, 29 explanation of when someone is the most vulnerable.
Thankfully, there was the romance of the second couple to pull me back into the show whenever I got a bit unsettled seeing the FL in her school uniform cozying up to the ML.
This drama’s theme song hit the right notes for me. It was haunting yet evoked a mystical aura which I feel really suited the show.
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In terms of the cast they picked and their acting, nothing else need be said as I don't find it lacking on any part.
What I also enjoyed about this series are the amazing production set they used in terms of the houses, rooms, etc of the characters.
If you are however not really that invested in minor details when watching then you may find the story quite confusing. For me, I found it really entertaining as I do appreciate the extra effort of really getting into more on the details.
In all honesty I'd rewatched this series usually on a cold and rainy weather as I feel that it will really compliment the feels and aesthetic of the series.
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Mind-blowing
First, the cast and the acting are superb. Truly, Gong Yoo is perfect for the role of goblin(Kim Shin). The other characters have also shown their charisma. Moreover, I'm in a love with its OST. The OST will definitely touch your heart. Also, This is not only full of sad romance and emotional feelings, but the comedy used in this drama was also epic. Especially, the plot or storyline of the story is so much interesting and heart-touching. I will give thanks to Kim Eun-Sook for writing this mind-blowing drama. I cried more than thrice while watching this drama. Also, I laughed countless times. I have watched many dramas but still, it is a drama which I can't forget just for a moment. You should obviously watch this drama at least once.Was this review helpful to you?
Not for me …
Goblin is a classic and it’s easy to see why it has gained popularity but this one wasn’t for me.Strengths
Acting was strong and thought Yoo Na and Kim Dong Wook were absolute delights.
Kim Eun Sook really capitulated audiences
The romance chemistry was sweet
The filming settings were magical also but struggled to get away with the concept and age difference.
Loved the Korean mythology elements
Weaknesses
Slow paced
Age difference too great between leads - understandable after time skip but creepy beforehand
Too many tropes imao
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Just great!
Stay with me was the best song or OST in this drama. I loved it so much and I go back to watch the first episode to listen to that part.The female lead was great and pure. I loved every moment with her in the screen. The male lead was great as well. The story was spot on. I loved every aspect of it. Even though, it doesn't align with my beliefs, I find it very appealing and smooth. I think this is the first drama where I couldn't hate any character. The cliffhangers and how episodes ends in this drama were out of this world. Especially with the catchy songs.
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A bit overrated
The problem was plot longing , and eventually going downfall the more episode you watch , there was exceptionally excessive dramatic moments and also the whole plot was like bamboozled ,and how it started from the first few episodes they couldn't maintain the comedy or the whole story perfectly ,its worth watching ,but i expected better , needed more agendas or subjects , honestlyso i think its ofcourse a peak drama from dramas of 2016 , but can't be on top 3 in my opinion
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I enjoyed watching it!
It's nice to just rest while watching and enjoying the bromance and the funny moments. However, i didn't expect to cry so much at the last episodes. I enjoyed it but if i cried a little bit less it would have been great.Was this review helpful to you?
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I spent hours watching for the ending, but the story lost me. Can someone please help!1. Why was the goblin still not dead once the sword was removed. Was he not supposed to become extinct after 900 years. ( thats what we were told many times during the episodes)
2. Why was he wondering the desert for 9 years. I thought the almighty has wiped his slate clean and he was finally dead or he can be reborn .
3. The goblin bride comes back again as a school girl, the story starts all over again. No issues about the age difference, but the character really irritated me, i wish she talked less.
I wish the story line ended after she went to the other world and left the rest to our imagination. Definately not the best.
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This drama hits different
All their acting skills were so good. I love how they paly their roles nicely. I also commend My first ever idol Lee Dong Wook. This drama gives me goosebumps everytime I watch it.All their role it's so hard to do it. My Crush in Kdrama Kim Go Eun is so cute here. All over it was good. It makes me laugh sometimes. It makes me sad Sometimes. Just watch it the plot the acting skills were so good . Love love love love to you all my Idols. 다들 너무 귀여웠어요. 당신은 Top 1에 들어갈 자격이 있습니다. 당신을 사랑합니다
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