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Drama: Prison Playbook (English title) / Wise Prison Life (literal title)
Revised romanization: Seulgirowoon Gambbangsaenghwal
Hangul: 슬기로운 감빵생활
Director: Shin Won-Ho
Writer: Jung Bo-Hoon
Network: tvN
Episodes: 16
Release Date: November 22, 2017 - January 18, 2018
Runtime: Wed. & Thur. 21:10
Genre: Prison
Language: Korean
Country: South Korea

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki Staff ©

Drama series depicts the story of prisoners and staff at a prison.

Je-Hyeok (Park Hae-Soo) is the best relief pitcher in Korea. He will go to the U.S. and sign a contract with a major league team. One night, he hears his sister screaming and sees a man running out of her apartment. Je-Hyeok and the man get into a physical struggle with Je-Hyeok striking the man with a rock. Later, Je-Hyeok receives a 1 year prison sentence for using excessive force. Devastated, Je-Hyeok must adapt to life in prison.

Meanwhile, Joon-Ho (Jung Kyoung-Ho) is a friend of Je-Hyeok and works in the prison as an officer. He waits for Je-Hyeok's arrival.

Notes

"Wise Prison Life" takes over tvN's Wed. & Thur. 21:10 time slot previously occupied by "Avengers Social Club" and followed by "Mother" on January 24, 2018.
Early working title was "Gamok" ("Prison").
First script reading took place July 17, 2017 at CJ E&M Center in Sangamdong, Seoul, South Korea.
Ep.11 and 12 will not air on December 27 and December 28, 2017 as originally planned. To allow more time for filming, ep.11 and ep.12 will air on January 3 and January 4, 2018.

Cast



Park Hae-Soo	Jung Kyoung-Ho	Krystal	Lim Hwa-Young	Kim Kyung-Nam
Kim Je-Hyeok	Lee Joon-Ho	Kim Ji-Ho	Kim Je-Hee	Lee Joon-Dol



Kang Seung-Yoon	Lee Kyoo-Hyung	Choi Sung-Won	Jung Hae-In	Sung Dong-Il
Janbaljang (Jean Valjean)	Yoo Han-Yang	Jeombaki (person with spot)	Yoodaewi (Captain Yoo)	Prison Officer Jo



Jung Woong-In	Choi Moo-Sung	Kim Sung-Cheol	Lee Ho-Cheol	Jung Jae-Sung
Prison Officer Paeng	Kim Min-Cheol	Beobja	Gundal (good-for-nothing)	Myunggyosoo (Professor Myung)



Ahn Chang-Hwan	Lee Hoon-Jin	Park Ho-San	Jung Min-Sung	Joo Suk-Tae
Ddolmani (henchman)	Soji	Kaiseuteu	Gobaksa (Doctor Go)	Yeom Sang-Jae



Ahn Sang-Woo	Park Hyoung-Soo	Kim Han-Jong	Kang Ki-Doong	Choi Young-Woo
prison governor	Prison Officer Na	Han-Jong	Prison Officer Song	Prison Officer Lee



Jung Moon-Sung	Shin Won-Ho	Seo Ji-Hoon	Lee Mu-Saeng	Yang Dae-Hyeok
Yoodaewi's older brother	Corporal Joo	Min-Sik	Lawyer Kang Min-Koo	public health doctor



Lee Kyu-Seop	Lee Jin-Kwon	Eun Ye-Jun
prisoner (ep.3)	gardening class prisoner 2 (ep.11,15)	Soo-Bin's classmate (ep.16)



Lee Tae-Sun	Kang Jee-Seok	Lee Do-Hyun	Lee Chae-Yun
Kim Je-Hyeok (young)	Kim Je-Hyeok (child)	Lee Joon-Ho (young)	Kim Ji-Ho (young)

Additional Cast Members:

Yoo Jae-Myung - Kim Je-Hyeok's agent
Yoo Hyung-Gwan - Sim Woo-Kyung
Kim Ki-Nam - Choi Hyun-Woo
Lee Do-Gyeom - Park Do-Gyeom
Shin Jae-Ha - Kim Min-Sung
Park Se-Jun - Kang Rae-Wook
Ye Soo-Jung - Kim Je-Hyeok's mother
Lim Chul-Hyung - Kim Hyeok-Kwon
Yum Hye-Ran - Yoo Han-Yang's mother
Jang Nam-Boo - baseball coach
Lee Sang-Yi - Sergeant Oh
An Tae-Young - Baseball Player Im
Kim Sun-Young - Kaiseuteu's ex-wife
Lee Young-Suk - prisoner serving life sentence
Han Ki-Jang - prison ofifcer
Kong Sang-A - Kim Ji-Ho's mother (ep.1,3)
Park Hye-Jin - Lee Joon-Ho's mother (ep.1,6)
Ko Young-Bin - doctor (ep.1)
Son Kang-Kuk - taxi driver (ep.1)
Geum Kwang-San - prisoner 2 (ep.1)
Jang Hyuk-Jin - Yoo Han-Yang's father (ep.2,4)
Jung Jin - prison officer (ep.2)
Kim Tae-Soo - second ranked prisoner (ep.2)
Bae Ho-Geun - Jang Yoon-Hwan (ep.3-8)
Lee Kyu-Sung - Jung-Soo (ep.3-9)
Park Mi-Sook - Doctor Go's wife (ep.3-4,7)
Kim Yong-Woon - big prisoner (ep.3-4)
Kang Suk-Won - Reporter Jang (ep.4)
Ha Dong-Joon - Chief Jung (ep.4)
Kim Ji-Hyun - Nexen manager (ep.4,12)
Na Do-Yul - movie theater staff (ep.4)
Kwak Han-Kyu - car thief (ep.4)
Choi Young - field manager (ep.5)
Shin Hee-Chul - prison officer (ep.5)
Kim Jun-Han - Song Ji-Won (ep.6-7,10)
Yoo Su-Bin - Yang Jung-Suk (ep.6-9)
Shin Hee-Gook - Staff Sergeant Nam (ep.6-10)
Bae Jin-Woong - cafeteria Jin-Woong (ep.6)
Shin Dong-Ryuk - reporter (ep.7)
Hwang In-Joon - prosecutor (ep.7)
Jung Dong-Hoon - Corporal Choi (ep.7-9,12)
Lee Do-Yub - Prison Officer Do (ep.8-9)
Park Jung-Min - police officer (ep.8)
Oh Jin-Ha - nurse (ep.8)
Kwon Da-Ham - public health doctor (ep.8)
Lee Suk - Lee Seok-Eun (ep.9)
Son Kyoung-Won - Priest Mok Jung-Hyeon (ep.9)
Song In-Seob - man of couple (ep.9)
Seo Hyun-Bin - female junior (ep.9)
Lee Moo-Nyoung - drunk man (ep.10)
Kim Ki-Moo - rapist (ep.11-13)
Jang Hae-Song - Yoo Han-Yang's alumnus 2 (ep.11)
Ha Joon-Ho - gardening class inmate (ep.11)
Shin Dong-Hoon - reporter (ep.12)
Ji Min-Hyuk - Kang Gun-Woo (ep.13)
Kim Seung-Chan - Song Ji-Won (young) (ep.13)
Kim Jin-Sung - Yoo Han-Yang (young) (ep.13)
Baek Kang - Yoo Han-Yang (child) (ep.13)
Jang Joon-Ho - liver transplant doctor (ep.13)
Lee Jae-Wook - sommelier (ep.13)
Jung Tak - boy (ep.13)
Kim Ji-Min - Kim Eun-Soo (ep.14-16)
Lee So-Yoon - Min-Cheol's ex-girlfriend (ep.14-15)
Kim Soo-Jin - Private Park's mother (ep.15-16)
Lee Sin-Seong - Restaurant Owner Nam (ep.15)
Choi Myung-Bin - Prison Officer Paeng's daughter (ep.16)
Kim Young-Mi - teacher (ep.16)
Lee Hyun-Geol - blunt prisoner (ep.16)
Gyul Hwi - drug seller
Jo Kyoung-Hoon - prisoner
Kim Su-Ha - patient
Park Young-Soo
Choi Kwang-Il
Kang Hyun-Joong
Tae Won-Seock
Park Gun-Rak
Kim Jung-Pal
Lee Yoon-Sang
Yoon Seung-Hoon
Lee Mi-Yoon
Seo Dong-Suk
Lee Seung-Hun

Trailers

Awards

2018 (54th) BaekSang Arts Awards - May 3, 2018
- Best Supporting Actor (Park Ho-San)

Comments

JT Dec 24 2025 2:26 am My most fave character is heroine.. he is super adorable ..always makes me luff.. a pity on his ending.. it would be perfect if he has a good ending like his fellow inmates

Sara Nov 27 2025 9:45 am I think this is the best Korean drama series I ever watch. I've watched this series 3 times. It's hilarious, funny and touching.

Nameless One Apr 13 2025 11:45 pm I'd heard the writers do our beloved Hangyang dirty... but, wow, was his final denouement poorly scripted! And completely non-sensical after following the arc of his character's recovery journey.

As much as I have loved this show, the final episodes carry the flavor of daytime soap. And could have benefited from a bit of blandness to balance things out.

Which is unfortunate as everything that preceded it was thoroughly enjoyable... even when at times the storylines required having to repeatedly suspend one's disbelief.

My only other quibble was having Jihyeok's love interest be the 13 years younger former coach's daughter who has been, in many ways, like an adoring kid sister whose formative years occurred alongside his fully grown self.

Which made the relationship feel icky enough that I found myself forwarding through most of Krystal's scenes.

HULAROCK Jan 26 2025 5:20 pm I also have re-watched this since it's leaving Netflix it's amazing.

 It was like seeing for the first time. All of the characters are unforgettable and the friendships and bonds was heartwarming. I am amazed that it didn't receive more awards.  The acting and storyline  was stellar.  I felt each and everything . Too bad there isn't more like this .

Chewbacca Jan 22 2025 12:06 am I have rewatch this maybe 3 times already. And I am now watching it again after years a go as it will be gone from Netflix (in my country) this end of January. I still have the same laugh and tears as I have on the first time I watch it. Best KDrama after Reply 1988 (which in fact has the same Director).

Shef Jan 15 2025 9:22 am I just rewatched Prison Playbook because the last day to watch on Netflix (in my country) is January 31. It's been 5 years since the first time I finished it. All I could remember is that I loved it, but now that I rewatched it, I must say it is the best Kdrama I've ever watched. It's better when I watched it the second time. Love all the details, easter eggs, funny twists... With the ensemble cast, everyone's acting is amazing, even the cameos facial expressions are perfect! Can't recommend Prison Playbook enough. Hope the writer comes up with another well-written Kdrama soon!

Just brilliant! Loved every episode Dec 21 2024 3:36 pm Just brilliant. Acting top notch. Loved every episode. Great humor, wonderful story line

SKY☁️? May 31 2024 8:14 am The Best Drama Ever 10000/10 but I wished they showed that all the cellmates met outside with the officers. I have seen all actor's dramas before watching this drama and trust me all of them are the best actors. I wish they made more drama like this, I don't like intense problems in drama, the light ones which can be solved easily and this drama had that it really is the best drama.

TheGuy Feb 10 2024 7:52 am Love the drama so much, everyone around Je Hyeok play a big part in his return. I wish Ddoldami get more story background, I really hate him before He join the gang, after He joined Je hyeok, he's actually quite adorable and obedient.

Last few episodes really feels empty, as one by one left the cell, I can feel the loneliness in Yoodaewi in that cell and I don't know if Ddoldami still there or not but still 2 of them would feel really lonely..

Olia Feb 04 2024 12:45 pm It is a rewachable, great drama. I like the main leaders acting, his talent and amazing good humor in this drama. He is cool, funny and cute, lovely and sad, he plays this role Amazing Goood. I like this drama, this is one of the best k-dramas, regie and story as well.

Happy98 Jan 30 2024 12:13 pm Just finished.... As expected I Loveeeee this show. Idk how much i've reply the funny scenes ? watch every episode after a busy long day really help relief the nerves. I can't wait for another drama from director Shin Won Ho in the future

Kitt Jan 15 2024 11:31 am I am wondering what will happen to Ddolmani (henchman) at the ending. Other cellmates seem to have a good happy ending, but Ddolmani's story gets to no where at the last episode. Will he be released or will he get to see Je-Hyeok again like Beobja? At the final scene of Yoodaewi (Captain Yoo), he isn't even there in the cell room.

Henna Jan 07 2024 12:35 pm Pure gold. This level of excellence reminds me of "My Mister." Perfect marks across the board. The plot is not complicated; however, the production is superb. The characters are well-built. The comedy is fantastic.

Future kdrama star Jun 23 2023 5:10 pm This drama is good but not great. I struggled to watch it week after week so I took months break then came back to it. Overall it was enjoyable but not a rewatch for me because its length. 7/10 stars. Episode 11 revenge episode was my favorite. Episode 16 was good. Park Hae Soon is like a puppy in this drama LOL. Cute then angry it's so funny. I first saw him in Squid game. He is a talented actor. I'm unsure about the age gap between his character and the female lead. Jung Pyong-Ho (Lieutenant Lee) and Jung Woong-in (Officer Paeng) were great in this drama. I really believed their characters and their acting was so natural. Lieutenant Lee is the perfect boyfriend! Yoo Han Yang (looney) was funny at first but I think he was bad to the other inmates. I know its fiction but all the inmates are having a hard time why did he make it harder. The way he was written wasn't good but. The actor did a great job playing Looney. All the cast and crew did very well. I think the drama is long and the flashbacks was too much. It cut into the main story of Je-Hyeok being in prison. The flashback of the male and Female Lead could be done in one or two episodes. Same with Looneys flashbacks.

junejia Apr 13 2023 5:28 am From Hospital Playlist I watched this because of the same director and author and I didn't regrets. This is a wholesome drama makes you laugh and cried forget your problems. This my medicine. I will re-watch this over and over. I like this kind of kdrama as Reply 1998 and Hospital playlist season 1 and 2. Friendship. Slice of life. Slow burn. Comedy. Romance and more. ♡♡♡

Nawatistagirl Apr 12 2023 6:46 pm They can't cast pretty actor.

jasmine Apr 04 2023 1:46 pm loved this drama. loved all the cellmates especially Kaist. him dancing and singing with a broom, i laughed so hard at that. looney also one of my favorites but too upset at his ending. very heartwarming drama, focused more on second chances and humanity is still there.

Pad time Feb 13 2023 1:07 pm At first, i thought this drama would be as boring as another serious "prison's title", but after i watched the 1st episode, i love it. It's not a common to make a drama with less exagerated drama, you know what i mean, right? I hope there will be next season for this drama. Also, i like the songs when the announcer played it for the 50.000 prisoners

dramadramadrama Dec 19 2022 1:18 pm Such a great series! I hesitated watching it for a while because I thought it would be boring but boy was I wrong! Great story from start to end! Wished there were more episodes but still, a very good series!

dongdoridoridoridong Nov 14 2022 9:02 pm at first episode just like the cover feels like serous story but after that full of comedy... i think i've watch these drama more than 5 times and never bored of it..

anee Oct 21 2022 3:19 am I've never watched a korean series this good, I mean everyone really should watch this!! besides the humor that makes me laugh, the characters are also very iconic and contain a lot of valuable moral messages. I really hope that season 2 are will come.

Max Oct 15 2022 6:35 pm I didn't want to watch it as it is not a pretty guy and not my old stars, but I read the all the reviews and give it a chance. It was very good story. It was not about life of giving a chance to bad criminals, but those innocent ones etc, so it was good to watch. I wont' spoil the plot. However, watch it with attention as it flips back and forward in times, and it is very funny and sad moments.

Yoongi Sep 18 2022 10:33 am Wooow..what a masterpiece, I didn't skip any scene at all. All actors played it very well. Love Looney aka Yoo Han-Yang, Lee Kyu Hyung played it really well, sad he must go back to the jail.

I was hoping there were reunion.

Must watch and recommended, I should have watched this earlier.

Yesil Jul 14 2022 2:40 pm Amazing drama.... got hook with Je hyeok, laugh a lot with kaist and looney and captain yoo.

Aiat May 14 2022 8:49 am Disappointed from the ending! Like was I the only one waiting for the reunion outside the prison? Beside this it was an amazing drama.

Jung Hae In Apr 30 2022 8:50 pm watched this drama for the Nth time and it always perks me up... really love the totality of the drama, from the storyline, to the actors', sound effects, ost... everything!!!

Sandy Gh Apr 18 2022 3:07 pm Very interesting movie,I was so touched when Jean Valjean went back to visit Kim Min-Cheol,that scene was very emotional.

This movie is a must watch

Magdalena Apr 16 2022 4:06 pm Amazing drama in every way! TOP! Exceptional acting of all the actors, great story, beautiful music, warm, entertaining and funny too. 10/10! Do not skip this drama, if you have it on your list, watch it.

Rima Apr 15 2022 5:37 pm Loved this series all the way!! Not one second boring! Great and warm story, good laughs too! To me too A Masterpiece! Stunning performance of all the actors!!! 10/10! Watch this drama, you will not regret it one bit!

Zeus Apr 13 2022 3:44 pm A masterpiece!!! Great acting of all the cast/actors, superb performances. A very interesting and great story, funny at times too! I really loved it. I highly recommend to watch this series!

lhyianne Apr 08 2022 11:30 am very reccomended... cast/actors acting are superb...i laugh hard because of the gangz(cell teams) with officer paeng..

and how they take care of each other...

Mjoan Feb 15 2022 11:30 pm Just finish watch this drama, very nice, interesting, funny drama. Really recommend.

Loney Feb 14 2022 9:04 am I regret that I only watch this show now huhu, but anyways this is one of may Fave Drama List!!. I cried so many times and laugh...Loney carried the whole show!! so funny and very heartbreaking drama

Snail Feb 13 2022 7:02 pm This is a true masterpiece. Prison Playbook left such a good impression to me. I first started watching Racket Boys and saw several comments that the writer for both drama are the same. It explains a lot. Some of the actors in this drama also played a role in Racket Boys which is fun, they met again in an alternate universe. I'm really sad about Looney's ending then again as I watched Racket Boys first, Looney appeared in the last episode moving in with his lover, and he seems to be happy. I enjoyed it so much. They gave him a happy ending, in another universe at least.

Prison Playbook is a heartwarming and fun drama to watch to. They showed us lots of beautiful and painful stories

SofiaLauren Feb 05 2022 11:19 am Im sad with druggie's story.. what if his parents was there when he got out, or his lover.. he could have been saved and put in rehab.. well, drug addiction is not something that can be managed alone.. professional intervension is needed, and support of the family and friends..

Beautiful story, entertaining, warm.. season two should be fun to watch..

Es El Feb 01 2022 4:26 pm I took me a while to watch this drama, and the main push was really Jung Hae In, and boy he doesn’t disappoint in this drama either! Overall, this drama is great. It has many funny moments and I love the style of this director. Like the other comment below, it is sugarcoated prison life, but still a good drama. I highly recommend.

Oppa Jan 04 2022 1:42 am I started watching this early 2021. But i got bored during the first few episodes (just like reply 1988). Good thing i gave this drama a second chance (again, just what i did with reply 1988). This drama is one of the best. And i heard that it has the same writer as hospital playlist and reply 1988. That writer is truly a genius.

Im just sad everytime one inmate is being transferred or release. Their friendship with each other with the guards are the best. :)

mazikeen Nov 30 2021 2:35 pm i dont knownhow many times ive watched this drama, still the best comedy drama for me

Neenyuh Oct 23 2021 7:07 am I started to watch this last year but had no interest in finishing it after episode 2 Ibgot bored. But after warching squid game, I had to check if park hae soo really is the one from Prison Playbook. I'm glad I came back and finished this one. Such a good drama. It made me laugh and cry a lot. Worth watching!! Tho Im kinda disappointed to Looney after he got out from prison :'((

incha Oct 08 2021 12:41 pm I'm watching prison playbook and just realized both lee tae Sun and lee do Hyun were in hotel del luna. (P.s I watched hotel del luna before prison playbook)

Skye Oct 05 2021 10:56 pm Each episode is a gem. I'm really surprised with the character development of those I thought as villains. It's just the ending is not enough for me. Looking forward for another season.

Infinitizer Oct 03 2021 10:59 am Just finished it I was hesitant at first but thankfully I watched it cause I enjoyed every episode Many are saying they are not happy with the ending, but for me it's okey as life is an open chapter,, there will be no ending unless you're dead The only thing disappointed me is Han Yang, his ending, though yeah it only shows the reality of drugs (so never ever try drugs)

The show that shows everyone has a 2nd chance,

Ceelang Sep 07 2021 10:02 am does anyone know the song that kim je hyeok sang inside the bus?

Thanks.

IzzMH Sep 01 2021 12:17 pm I'm glad I gave this drama a try after more than 3 years it aired. It was an awesome drama. It has it all. I cried, laughed, cursed people, getting angry while watching it. The only thing that makes me disappointed was the ending. I was expecting the cellmate to meet up outside the prison, building rapport. Also I need to know what happen to Dr Ko, Looney and Kaist. Ah, they need to have season 2. Jaeball! I wonder wether they have plan to make season 2 before of they just did it (transfer Dr Ko and Kaist) because they don't know how to give them closure? And what's with Looney? I thought he can't wait to meet his lover? And what's with that drug seller did in front of the prison early morning? Shit!

Mery Aug 31 2021 9:38 am I always hope a happy ending after hardtime and sadness

Maggie Aug 24 2021 8:59 am I loved this drama.. I hesitated watching it at first beacuse i thought since its a prison drama, we gonna see people treating each other life trash but what we saw in this drama was amazing.. The characters became brothers.. It was beautiful too see.

The only complaint i have is that they made us fall inlove with all the characters but ddnt show us what happened to them in the end.. Kaist, Dr Ko, min chul.. We would have loved to see how life turned out for them.

kpopandgrime Aug 09 2021 9:00 pm Such a heartwarming story , with a star packed cast ; absolutely loved this drama. cant believe this cast was assembled together but I aint complaining; this drama is one for the ages and is still underrated. No wayyyy it should have 1 award. Highly Recommended !!!!!!!

Love From London

coleen Jul 27 2021 1:05 am Captain Yoo, han-yang, crony, dr. Ko and kaist character is cliff hanger like what happened to them? Plus Min-chul reunite with his family. This drama is so good ?

CV Jul 12 2021 6:25 am Sooo many actors that appeared, it's like everyone literally here lol. I like Han Yang he's so funny but very stupid in the end.

kim je hyeok deko Jul 02 2021 5:03 am i hate the ending. we want more!!!!!!! Season 2 Pleaseeeeeeee

Bla Jun 23 2021 5:05 am The saddest part was when han yang free.

Diandra najla Jun 22 2021 7:04 am I need season 2 the ending is quite incomplete

Hwang Hee Tae Jun 13 2021 11:30 am My favorite character is Han Yang!!! Whatever he did, I always laughing ?

Carter Jun 06 2021 3:08 pm What ever happened to Looney after he got re-arrested?

Ac May 31 2021 9:52 am Had difficulty finishing the show after watching the first few episodes. It's annoying to watch the lead character being stupid. But as soon as the lead was transferred to the penitentiary, the show has progressed a lot. I enjoyed each character of unit 2 cell 6. Great character development for all of them. Have laughed and cried while watching the rest of the series.

It has a slow start, but you'd definitely enjoy the banter and the bond they've formed among themselves.

Nan May 28 2021 1:28 pm This dramaa will always be my comfort show. I keep repeat again and again. Please everyone should watch these drama once in their life.;)

Cherlene Angeline K May 16 2021 9:00 pm This is really heartwarming Drama. It took so long for me to watch this. And this year, 2021, I finally decided to watch it. Very2 good Drama and very recommended. I love all the casts. Gonna miss them all.

DARA May 16 2021 1:39 pm Personally, haerong is my fav character.

Xii Apr 30 2021 5:39 pm I didn't want to watch it at first I thought a series about prison would be too violent, cold and depressing. Boy was I wrong. What a brilliant series on so many levels, so many intricate characters with heartbreaking or inspiring backstories, all interwoven with warmth and greater humanity conquering evil.

diadia Apr 18 2021 1:38 am This drama is awesome! Really worth to watch!

Jewel Apr 06 2021 9:38 pm This show is so underrated. It deserves more praise and awards for the very inspiring and funny performance of all the characters. The story is well-written. No boring parts. It's the best kdrama for me. Hahaha I recommend it to all kdrama fans. It's a must-watch. It's filled with humorous and heartwarming scenes. Super love this show.

Someone Apr 01 2021 12:03 pm The director is amazing period. I saw all his works and all his dramas and once I finish a drama he made I miss the drama. And if I were to explain his drama in a word it will be healing. All his works are very funny, has friendships, and not a scary, horror, or thriller.

LLBunch Mar 28 2021 3:45 pm This reminded me a lot of Orange Is the New Black which in its early days won all of the accolades for American television.

This Korean series sets the characters differently (men instead of women) and is less intense, which makes it easier to watch than OINB. The main characters and characterizations are still so poignant that you are rooting for them the whole way.

The screenwriting and production is great. The characters are compelling. The comedy is hysterical.

But more than anything the acting is superb.

The cast is filled with some of my favorite actors that I have seen in other series. Especially Jung Kyoung-Ho, Lee Kyu-Hyung and Jung Hae-In. But all of the actors are on my list of great now.

The series gives you everything you could want in a compelling drama.

dendi Mar 11 2021 5:20 am I've watched a lot of korean drama, but this is just different level.. i will miss this all the time.

Nick Mar 02 2021 11:40 am shin won ho the best pd who can make touching scene. i watching this drama after hostpital playlist and i know his style on every his dramas. good drama its very touching. bravo shin won ho pd!

ad Feb 19 2021 10:22 pm I thought this series was going to be all serious like every other prison themed series I've seen. This was very fun and hilarious series to watch. I enjoyed every episode, and all the characters were well written and have their own stories. The story didn't just focus on the main characters but the supporting casts as well, which made this really fun to watch. The one-liners are just too funny. Definitely a must watch if you're looking for something fun and easy to follow series. 98/100

Kdrama Feb 18 2021 7:53 am I fell deeply in love with so many characters here. I really hated officer Na until I watch last episode, I laughed when his friend tell about his past. I laughed n cry in every episode. So heartwarming. Not every bad guys are bad guys. Dont judge a book by its cover.

Jung hae in's smile omygod........

perfect Feb 01 2021 4:17 pm I just have to review this amazing drama. Every episode was well written that u will never be bored. I actually watched every episode and that's rare for me because I get bored easily. I can't say enough good things about this drama, definitely a must watch!! Amazing!!!!!

Birangzkie Jan 27 2021 10:08 pm For me this is the best drama I've ever watch.. so refreshing... 5x watching in netflix. I didn't get bored..

Cain Jan 16 2021 8:34 am I'm at episode 11 so far. I really love the soft touch on multiple issues like religion and sexual orientation. Nothing big. Maybe like 0.1% of it. Something that KBS and SBS dram will never talked about. As far as I remember. Maybe I'm wrong

LMAO when he confused between Conan and Quran. Followed with his friend mocking him "Detective Conan". Gosh my stomach hurt.

My fav part is when he tries to do clapping pushup. Failed big time LOL

nat Jan 13 2021 11:01 am this drama deserve more awards wtf ㅠㅠ

Kaist Jan 07 2021 7:09 am But unfortunately, now Jiwon fell in love with Chae Song Hwa. ? I hope Haerongi appears as a patient in Hospital Playlist S2, I can't imagine how the doctor will be ...

massy massu Jan 02 2021 3:31 pm Start watching this drama after found funny clips of HaeRong bickering and "fighting" with his cellmates. And just finished watching all eps. Am happy with all main characters ending, except for HaeRongi. He deserves better after what he went through in the prison. But yeah, it's reality for most of junkie out there. Once u touch the drug(s), it's hard to stop. But still, my poor cutie pie HaeRongi, I just hope u get the happy ending with Ji Won...

dhita Dec 28 2020 11:05 am it took 5 days to finished first eps, but when i finished eps 2, i couldnt stop watching. i love this drama. so much. even i feel sad when it comes to last episode because i really enjoyed every moment of je-hyuk's day. with his cellmates. i laughed and cried so hard in every episodes. i love Han-yang and Kaist when they were together, and with Captain Yoo, too. Nut i need to highlight Han-yang acting is really great. Jung Kyung-ho is always be my fav. this is my first review, because i thought i need to tell everyone this is a must watch drama!

Joji Dec 21 2020 11:39 am I agree with Anne; Watch Past The First Episode !!! A must-watch drama!!

Anne Dec 18 2020 6:01 am If you didn't like the first episodes, especially episode 1, or maybe even episode 2, please continue! It's so worth it especially if you appreciate slice of life, comedy, and drama. It's a really good mix and this is one of my favorite Korean dramas that were able to make me laugh and cry so much. You will definitely feel attached to the characters, and you would want to know more about them. I especially love the main characters aka Je Hyuk's cellmates.

mai Dec 17 2020 8:34 pm easily my top drama. everything about this drama is perfect. the actors are really made for their roles. the plot is heartwarming and hilarious yet realistic, this drama really can make you cry then laugh like crazy in 1 minute it's a gem. the OST too, the main title track by gray and bewhy is super catchy and a rap ost is not usually expected but it honestly fits so well and is actually a genius idea. and I love the ost titled nostalgia also... just wow.... personally my favourite character is kaist cos he's freaking funny lol. and also none of the characters are boring or cliche every single character has some form of depth and I really liked how Je-hyeok at first glance may seem absolutely clueless but as the show progresses we see that he can become this psycho beast if he wants and honestly I loved that part about his character. so in conclusion a 100/10 drama and thank you shin won ho pd and writer jung bo hoon and the whole cast and crew for creating this whole masterpiece

Precious Bweupe Dec 08 2020 2:23 am But this drama is amazing it's too good the cast and chemistry the ost, the cinematography damn it's worth your time it's superb

Freya Nov 30 2020 3:21 am Wow Lee Do Hyun and Lee Tae Sun are both here first before they starred in Hotel Del Luna.

Birangzkie Nov 27 2020 8:35 am 4x watching at Netflix, never get bored.. one of the best kdrama I've watched. All completed, from love story, comedy, action, anger...The actor play a brilliant act..

Jh Nov 25 2020 9:37 am One of the best kdrama of all time. Well written! There's so much learning in this series. No doubt why their ratings are so high. Hoping to see more projects for all the characters here.

Daisy L. Nov 24 2020 2:29 am I’ve been wanting to watch this drama since its released date. However, I didn’t really know the main actor of this drama. But, I did watched the eps. 1 but it is so bored for me because I didn’t know the main actor. So, I didn’t watched this drama until I have no ideas what drama should I watch.

Then, I have completed all the episodes and it such a great drama. It’s doesn’t have to be romance, fantasy, mystery but this drama definitely the best comedy drama. I laughed at every funny scene. Not to forget the casts are superb.

Recommended for everyone looking for a good and fun drama. 10/10

nana Nov 22 2020 10:41 pm this drama was really good, you can laugh and cry just in one episode!! loveeee

Mallie Oct 27 2020 8:15 am What can I say..fresh comedy with positive energy to fill my heart during pandemic..I finished watching it just within 3 days with load of job I got. Love love love..!!!

Dont want to comment more about the drama, bcs it is that good that i still cant move on. Park Hae Soo 's so cool..the acting especially his voice.

Highly recommend it!!!

Dunno why this drama soften my heart hahahah

Norma Oct 26 2020 8:54 am Love this drama slow but fun to watch and funny too

barbz Oct 21 2020 12:39 pm can't describe how much i love this drama! kim jehyeok character is very a humble man and lee joonho either. the ost was rlly good even i still remember it! bravo bravo my life ~ i love the friendship chemistry too. tbh i was kinda mad at the ending bc i'm hoping they will meet again :(

Liv Oct 19 2020 6:12 am Quite long and draggy but good. Worth the watch.

adeedda Oct 09 2020 5:37 am This Is The Best Drama Ever! forget about romance and fantasy dramas... this drama is even better... Every character has their own story, the chemistry and comedy of each character is just to die for... After running out of romance and fantasy dramas, I decided to gave this drama a shot and wow... I should have watched it sooner.... just amazingly done... 100/100 Worth The Watch... love it! I'm rewatching this drama again and it's still amazing the second time

snow Oct 03 2020 7:24 am This drama has to be the best one out there!!!

I wanted to watch this drama in 2x speed but didn't want to skip any parts.

So many heartwarming moments and that particular moment in episode 15 was just too sad. That part really had that 'what if' and 'only if' moments.

Looney was definitely my favorite character in this series. Darn those banters with Looney vs Captain Yoo and Looney vs Kais would be the highlight of this drama. His character was the mood~

Many comedic scenes, you can't get a break from laughing hard and still there remained that sad moment.

Just watch this drama... you won't regret it!

NAOMI NICDAO Sep 30 2020 10:59 am I have never made any comments on any show in all my 60 years. Prison Playbook inspired me to make one. Jung Har-In is my favorite actor that’s why I watched it but in all fairness to all the cast and the creators of this series, this is the best I’ve ever seen, thus, this series deserves my one and only feedback! To all the actors who played the role, be it major or just a bit play, they all deserve a big applause! I’m new to Korean shows and it has captured my admiration. I’m a huge fan now!! Continue to give us the best shows!

n3g Sep 14 2020 5:48 pm the best ever drama.

kiki Sep 09 2020 10:25 pm All reading a bunch of good reviews, I gave this drama a chance. This drama is pretty good. I love the characters and there's always a nice twist that pulls me back in. Plus there's a lot of familiar faces. I'm on ep 6 but idk if I want to continue.The biggest problem for me is the pace. I really wish I can watch it at 1.75 speed.

Gellie Aug 31 2020 8:22 am My long weekend ended beautifully, thanks to this series!!! It was a funny, warm and romantic journey of Je Hyeok inside the prison. I was hesitant to watch it at first cause I already know how the director works in his dramas (i.e. reply series and HP) plus I am not really familiar with the lead but I gave it at a try after a friend who’s not really into kdrama recommended it. Not a waste of time and didn’t regret watching however I just felt at loss with Looney’s case. All the effort went to trash with just a single mistake of going back to drugs >.< Ooopppssss, sorry a spoiler. Anyways, this is really a good drama if you’re into a slice of life genre ?

Jammybear Aug 28 2020 7:45 pm Only if Looney's partner and parents waited for him outside the jail instead of just waiting in the restaurant, it wouldn't end like that. Though he said that he didn't want them to see him going out the jail, deep in his heart, he wanted someone to welcome him outside as soon as he left the penetentiary.

Too bad it was someone else he met as soon as he was released. Can't move on to his story. It was so heartbreaking! </3

He was one of my favorite characters in this drama. :(

nanas Jul 26 2020 6:58 pm Spoiler alert

Just finished this drama 2 days ago but still can't stop thinking about it. I'm very mad in Looney's story, it's not fair for him. I wish to see him be a better person and finally meet his family and also become closer with his mom. Not like this! T_T

And also, i wish i could see a little reunion of the ex prisoners in the last episode. It's because i love every character and their relationship is so fun to watch. But the last episode is only focus to Jehyeok. It's a little bit disappointing for me.

But overall it's a very worth to watch drama. So many life lessons, but a lot of comedy too. I cried and laugh a lot. Can't wait for another good drama of director Shin Wonho

Princessapphire Jul 25 2020 11:17 am I have known this drama a long time ago but decided not to watch it because I thought this is one of those heavy dramas. The Defendant gave me a hard time before so I thought this one too will tear my heart into pieces. I was wrong though. I laugh so much while watching. I like how realistically the plot is, every each episode was worth to watch. To sum it up, binge-watching was worth it.

Tintin Jul 19 2020 10:21 am This is the third drama that make me fall in love because of the stories and characters, not because of the casts (after Kill Me Heal Me and Dr.Romantic). The dummy Kim Je Hyeok, the sweet man Lee Joon Ho, the harsh Mr. White Hair, the handsome man Capt. Yoo, the wise Min Cheol, my lovely Looney and my role model Officer Paeng. Yupp I wish there will be season 2 and please make it happen !!

Shairli Jul 10 2020 7:15 am Overall superb!.. the storyline, the scripts & the casts - love all the characters. Congrats to the crew.

justsayin Jul 09 2020 4:53 pm Aside from the superb story and casts, the OST tho. Bravo, Bravo, My Life Naui Insaenga~ Eargasm

Gita Jul 05 2020 12:40 pm I really love the relationship between Janbaljang and Min-cheol

Rena Jul 05 2020 7:36 am The story is beautifully crafted

Prison playbook Jun 23 2020 1:23 am Season 2 pleaseeeeeee. Really love the story and all the character.

Claire Jun 22 2020 11:08 pm It's been months since I first watched Prison Playbook but it's such a gem, so I typically watch some clips on youtube from time to time. I will never get tired of watching this show, it's just so precious. Top-notch comedy, drama, and a tiny bit of romance. 80+ minutes for an episode may seem long at first, especially for the first two episodes, but it's so worth it.

The first two episodes may seem boring, but please don't drop it!! It's one of the best Korean dramas ever, as expected of the writer and director. Though I wish we got more closure for the other characters.

It's definitely a part of my favorite Korean dramas, along with Mr. Sunshine and Hospital Playlist.

I'm hopeless but optimist for Looney Han-Yang Jun 20 2020 5:21 am For the first time i thought it was a flashback scene because it's like in the hotel park area when he was cacthed by the police back then. But why there's no "meeting scene" with his love and family. So i searched it online and DANG WHYY?! I'm here to questioning why it's like the designated situation to force my poor Looney. Why the Hippie and the police is right there?! Why they're not cacth the Hippie, he's the drug dealer and also a drug addict too. I claim it as a crime to do that to Hanyang, omg i'm so mad and sad at the same time.

Awon Jun 19 2020 7:12 am Perfect drama. Season 2 pleeease

Dewi Jun 17 2020 9:58 pm Bravo to all actors of Prison Playbook. ?? Such a good education & facts of life. Bravo to Shin won ho & Jung boo hun. The director & writer. Looking forward the next drama of you two God bless you all, actors, director, writer & all crew

Dee Jun 15 2020 12:40 pm Fantastic drama from start to finish. It’s witty, funny, emotional and the writing and flow of the drama is superb. I got so attached to the characters that every time they would get transferred or released I would get so sad! I also like how the drama shows the stories of all the different characters and not just Je-Hyeok, it really makes you invested in each and every character and their storyline. If you’re debating on whether to watch this, I say just do it!! You won’t regret it.

kleey Jun 14 2020 1:57 pm this is my first time commenting here. I would like to thank the writers and directors who made this very extraordinary drama! This drama is truly full of life's message, which is sometimes interspersed with humor and light flowing but can continue to be curious about the continuation of the story. I also want to appreciate all the actors who play in this drama. Their acting is amazing, I didn't think they would play characters they might have never played before. They really appreciate each other's characters and the character development of each episode is also very interesting. It's like illustrating that humans can also change because of their experiences. Really extraordinary! Honestly, in my opinion this is one of the best dramas of all that I've ever watched. The story line, the development of the characters, all nicely packaged by the writer and director. Thank you also to the staff who have worked together in making this drama.

BANDIT VON JAVA Jun 13 2020 1:06 am This drama is so heart-wrenching, an emotional roller coaster... I'd be laughing one moment n crying the next. I can't stop crying at the story of Jehyeok, Dr.Ko, Minseong and Capt.Yoo. It makes me sad that good people can get screwed by the cruel world that don't give 'em a break. On a lighter note, how could the prison be teeming with so many good-looking jailbirds? Jehyeok, Joonho, Hanyang, Minsik (Seo Jihoon), Minseong (Shin Jaeha), Capt.Yoo (Jung Haein)... So many eye candies, my head is spinning

Prison girl Jun 10 2020 10:26 am Dont like any prison drama but this one is very different. Love the script regardless of the not my fav casts.The second episode totally captured my full attention. Kinda remind me of my fav drama reply 88. Checked the writer....This drama is written by the same writer that wrote the reply series. Now i know why im so interested ha ha

Pulse10 Jun 10 2020 5:22 am This is a besssssstest drama. I really wanted a happy ending for hanyong poor boy. I wish there will be season2. It's an emotional rollercoaster

Minmin Jun 08 2020 8:22 am This is my first review... I've been watching kdramas for years now...and this was one of the best ones out there. I don't understand why people don't mention or talk about this drama much and it is so underrated. It made me go through all kinds of emotions...a really well made drama...please watch!

Lorella Masseria Jun 02 2020 7:25 am This is one of the best drama I ever seen! Funny, moving and intetesting. I loved every single character and I suffered and laughed with them. Beautiful, Amazing work!

Lorella Masseria Jun 02 2020 7:16 am This is pone of the best drama I ever seen! Fanny, moving and intetesting. I loved every single character and I suffered and laughed with them. Beautiful, Amazing work!

Mic May 30 2020 12:52 am Didn't expect to like this drama. It's definitely worth watching. It's funny and heart warming. Highly recommended.

kimchay agnes May 29 2020 6:55 am Highly recommended.. I'm glad i decided to watch it, i was hesitate at first, hehe.. Everything is great, the story, the acting. Just watch it.

Jer May 26 2020 2:56 am I got confused in the part where hanyang got discharged.(last ep) When he's suddenly at the van.. I thought they're just trying to show how he got arrested? because the way he speak to the drug pusher is the normal way he speaks(when he's on drugs and his normal normal self before drugs)... but when he got discharged he was still in withdrawal from drugs right thats why he speaks like a child..

but after that, his BF is waiting for him with the ring, but i didnt seem he met hanyang :( So that scene where he got arrasted was from the present? So saad.. his bf wanted to marry him :(

Marsah May 24 2020 9:51 am This is the best of best Korean drama ever... from the beginning to the end I was laughing ? and crying ? The story is soo funny and heart warming This drama’s writer is the best

Jer May 23 2020 10:27 pm Wow! I never thought i would like this one. Before watching i thought i would not like the story and get bored watching this but im mistaken.. The story is great. It’s refreshing to see that its story doesnt focus on romance. It’s a must watch!

Too bad we didnt get to see kang seung yoon sing in the contest at ep4. I was really expecting him to join coz he’s a singer and have a great voice

Meri May 23 2020 2:02 pm This is one of the best dramas I have ever watched. It had absolutely everything. Whatever genre you prefer, this will be a good fit for you. It's funny (!), serious, sad, heartwarming, romantic, gritty, uplifting, and has a strong message of integrity and redemption. Maybe not 100% realistic in every way, but what show is? Every character played such an important role, it's hard to say who was the most engaging or endearing. Definitely also highlights a truth that I think is important to remember, which is that each and every one of us has the capacity to make mistakes, and simultaneously, we are all capable (and in need) of goodness and love. We can choose each day which one it will be. And I agree with so many other commenters, the OST is amazing. My favorite is Woo's Nostalgia - so powerful.

Db May 11 2020 12:12 pm This is by far the best korean drama for me. Often almost all korean dramas have the same templates but prison playbook definitely different. It's my new standard rn lol. It's a stress free and stress reliever kind of drama. 10/10 would recommend you won't regret watching it, every episode just delivered.

Donskie May 07 2020 10:55 am How could i miss this drama??? Due to the dark poster i didn’t want to watch this drama, but when i saw clips on youtube recently, who knew its a comedy bromance drama > o < Its far from serious, really fun and entertaining, always laughed on every episode and also teaching about morales too. Love it ;D

Shreena shrestha May 07 2020 7:08 am A lovely package.would recommend every k-drama lovers out there.won't disappoint the viewers till the 16th episode.?

Bea May 06 2020 6:00 am Watching episode 4 and so far so good. I just wished they made Lee Tae Sun act as Je Hyeok during the flashback of Ji Ho's childhood. Having Park Hae Soo act alongside the middle school Ji Ho is kinda cringey hahahaha

Peary May 04 2020 7:31 am This drama is so good! At first, my expectations were not that high; but it far exceeded my expectations. Really love the bromance between Park Hae Soo & Jung Kyung Ho...Jung Hae In's character was my favorite!!

mintyjoo May 02 2020 4:44 am This drama is so good, I can’t believe I just started watching this now! It isn’t what one would expect from just the summary, posters, or trailers. The director of this drama is the same as the one who directed the Reply series, so the style of humor is very similar. If you enjoyed the humor in the Reply series, you’ll enjoy it in here too! I laughed in every episode and loved the balance of romance, intense, and touching moments T__T Prepare to see a lot of flashbacks, all the backstories and little twists were great!!

The cast list is long because many would only appear for a good amount of episodes, but it was great seeing the large variety of talented actors. The bromance and loyalty in this drama is so real, I enjoyed it from beginning to end <33

10/10 would definitely recommend watching!! The OST is awesome too :))

Psyduck Apr 30 2020 2:26 pm Definitely not the tyipical korean drama ( you know the start is good but storyline went off grid with to much dramas dragging emotional lover scene bla bla bla you can named it )

All the character are well built. My favourite is Yoo Han-yang..but other character is damn good too. This drama is an awesome masterpiece. Great job everyone !!! Season 2 please.

Pumpkin Girl Apr 30 2020 7:20 am The best drama I watch so far...so much fun in this drama.. especially between the cell members..Hanyang character really awesome.. I laugh hardly when hanyang disturb other members and make them angry.. Seriously worth to watch.. 10/10

gdik Apr 22 2020 9:53 am I meant to watch this after seeing clips on variety shows and runningman but chose other dramas instead. Because of ecq and because i miss krystal i stumbled onto this. The storyline is just my taste, it has light and funny moments, it made me laugh/entertained and it made me curiousin each episode and character. There were also touching moments that made me cry. This was fun.

Musical Score: 4.8/5 eric nam,beewhy,

Storyline : 4.5/5 almost the same setting for each scene but transitions were interesting. The characters kept me interested as well.

Thanks tvn.

Mia Apr 21 2020 11:37 am i would like to rewatch this one more time, everything is amazing from storyline, actors, scripts I love everything in this drama.

sad to say goodbye to looney druggie like that but that's reality right? jehyeok & jiho is such a beautiful couple they understand each other very much. Please Watch This Drama Its Worth It

Juliane Apr 16 2020 2:03 am This drama is sooooo good. I need to know what happen next. Hope they will make season 2 for this.

Oh btw i think i kinda liking jung kyung ho, his character is so sweet..

seriyah Apr 15 2020 11:24 pm this is super gold drama < 3 everyone should watch this! han yang is so cute < 3

Brie Apr 12 2020 12:48 am Decided to watch this drama after reading the comments here. I really struggled through the first 2 episodes but after I got through them I laughed so hard and couldn’t stop watching.

Ferra Apr 09 2020 1:39 pm Excellent drama !!!

Easter Lily Apr 02 2020 9:44 pm Easily one of the best K dramas ever made... characters, storytelling, relationships... pitch perfect from start to finish. I laughed and cried... laughed and cried all the way through.

Animemeimeiloveskimsungcheol Apr 02 2020 7:00 am Wow, this drama is perfect there are no dull moments. I cried and laugh all episodes from 1 to 16. This drama is so underrated that is why we didnt have all the endings of characters SPOILER ALERT! there’s so many unanswered question what happen to Dr. Ko, Kaist, Crony, Looney :( But still dont you worry it gave the ending we all deserve. We just need season 2 or more episodes. Kudos to the staff especially to the writer no doubt all his projects are teared jerker and funny. I will never forget this drama, surely this is one of my top drama.

waistkein Mar 28 2020 12:14 am my life's drama. the humor was so on point (the running jokes!!!!). the mood shifts were so well executed (the music!!!!!). all the characters were so well fleshed out. so real.

Alila Mar 21 2020 12:21 pm Actually this is my first time writing K-drama (a not really) reviews. Been watching K-drama since I was high school, which is 9 years ago. I just feel the urge to write a review for this one. Have watched lots of K-drama and I can easily say that this is 1 of my top 3 K-drama. Prison Playbook is too much underrated, more people need to know about this gem. I already seen this 5 times already and it never gets me bored.

Overall, it was a very heartwarming kinda drama with every genre crammed on it with just perfect portion. Every characters has their own story and they shine on their own without overshadowing the others. It also supported by amazing act of the actors/actress. Kudos to the writer that able to create this kinda story. I laughed and cried at the same time and you just know every scene has meaning on it. Maybe the most obvious one is "Don't judge a book by its cover" (except captain Na, LOL, he gets on my nerves a lot). I also think the ending is perfect. Not the kinda of perfect that it's gonna be what we wanted, but more to each characters ending is just right.

I'm not gonna deep dive into each characters and plots here. Just wanna say to everyone who hesitated to watch just because the title: NEVER HESITATE! you don't know what you're gonna miss. You'll enjoy every single episode and at the end you'll be craving for more. Just watched it and you'll know what I mean.

OH AND ALSO! the OST thooooooooo are greaaat! my favorite is Would be Better by Heize. If you have no time to watch the drama, at least listen to this song and it'll make you curious enough ;)

xxabixx Mar 14 2020 11:28 am and Jung Woong-In in really a scene stealer here!! at first i think he'll be a corrupt police or thug police, but here he's actually kind! i really hate him because his character in dramas i've watched is always the evil one. so glad he's acting as a "human being" now, and he's really great!

xxabixx Mar 14 2020 10:48 am i love this drama, the only i hate is why should krystal be the gf? i literally skip ALL scenes that have krystal in them. i don't wanna be rude but i don't really like seeing her in here (i'm never interested watching her in a drama though)

anonekonim Mar 13 2020 3:08 am @fnjjf it does make sense, in a way. why ? because druggies's worst enemy is addiction. no matter what rehab you went on, no matter how long theyve been clean, if they themselves dont have realllllly strong will, theyre gonna be back at the bottom in no time. I think the ending for hanyang is perfect, because in real life we dont always have a happy ending, and that ending make this drama more realistic.

fnjjf Feb 28 2020 6:56 pm very very good drama I haven't laughed that much at a show in a long time it was so good,,, but i'm so disappointed and unsatisfied with how they handled Han-yang's ending, it doesn't make sense to me why he gave in to drugs as soon as he was released and able to see Ji Won again after refusing any kind of drug for 3ish months waiting for that moment??? I don't get it... I felt like they needed to elaborate on his story a little more in the last episode bc he wasn't in it at all...

yoww Feb 14 2020 12:10 pm I blame myself bcs didn’t watch this masterpiece since it released. I want to recommend this drama for anyone there. Whatever genre that you like, wise prison life will be the best choice

Joy Feb 09 2020 2:23 am The story is a masterpiece. I enjoyed every single bit of it. This is my first time commenting on a film and I tell you that Prison playbook is a must watch. It's realistic, funny and really interesting. It's different from the regular drama series. I like the fact that there are no love triangles but everyone liked each other and wanted to help each other. Very funny and extremely touching at the same time. No doubt this series will make you laugh hard and cry. I feellll soooo soooo bad for looney and cause of him I want a season 2. Pls he is sooooo handsome, jovial and needs sooo much love and care. I really felt sorry for him and his ending scene made me cry sooo hafd

Karai Feb 01 2020 10:18 am I was surprised how good this was! It’s all the small details and moments, funny and tragic, juxtaposed together that make it so watchable. Watch and enjoy!

Looney Jan 06 2020 12:44 am Han Yang is my fav character in this drama...

Prison Playbook Nov 06 2019 8:49 am OMG i literally cried when je hee visit je hyeok for the first time T_T

Kwan Oct 17 2019 9:51 pm I'm so glad that Jung Woong-In plays a good guy in this one.

Glacer Oct 15 2019 10:27 am I think the reason why Looney got caught and will be send again to jail because we need to see him again in season 2.

Eyna Oct 02 2019 12:34 am i didnt remember which episode and which scene had seo ji hoon in? could anyone tell me

Natsui Sep 28 2019 9:23 am Spoiler alert.

Looney's ending kinda ironic wasn't it? I think he was misunderstanding things about how his parents and his lovers weren't waiting for him at the day he was released. Though they were waiting at the place he was requested before. Sighs. It's depressing. And the other friend who was there I guessed he was someone deliberately sent by the police to trap him just to make those police got promotions. Aigooo. Ironic but relatable and realistic for drugs addict too. Looney got no other choice but fallen into the same hole again, one of the reason was because of his unstable feelings of being abandoned by his beloved.

Jjksept Sep 04 2019 10:43 pm Kim Mincheol's character was one of my favorite. Bbeobja too! Hanyang for clown! Hahaha. I was surprised Hanyang/Looney could be normal and he was so handsome when he was normal. Lol. Everyone has doing their job greatly here. After all this drama is an outstanding and worth to watch. It can make you laugh out loud yet it can make you cry. It really recommended. I hope there will be season 2 if possible.

Min Aug 12 2019 6:54 am I just completed this series and absolutely loved it!! I laughed..I cried...but I want to know what happened to Han Yang!! Who actually set up for the drug dealer to wait for him outside? It felt as though the police were working together with him to get Han Yang arrested again!! As Purplejan mentioned below, he could have done it cause he felt more affection in the cell than with his family but he was so excited to meet his bf outside again...the present and all...Han Yang is a softy version of a b*tch.lol..and Officer Song got me wondering if he is a motormouth like that in real life as his character is similar to the one he played in Tomorrow With You. I think the main reason I loved this series is that everyone is not whom they seem to be(except for Office Na, lol) and that a person can truly change for the better given a second chance.

anzal Jul 25 2019 4:12 pm awesome must watch series....

m0chii Jul 23 2019 7:38 am I love hanyang's character ??? he so soft and funny

Jexo Jul 20 2019 1:43 am I love Prison Playbook. Everyone has a role and it doesn't just focusing on one person's life but all of the characters lives.

All of the cast members portrayed their roles right and the script was humorous. A must watch series, very entertaining.

IceCream Jul 11 2019 9:19 pm another underrated drama that deserves more Credit and perhaps Season 2? I feel bad for Jung Kyoung-Ho his character was completely been over shadowed by the Support Characters. I would have given this a perfect score but I was really disappointed how things turned for Captain Yoo also for Kaist, Crony & Hanyang whose end story was left as a mystery.

Aside from Drug Addiction & Depression Hanyang / Looney is suffering from Split Personality even Kaist was confused also Joon-Ho said that he can't read his personality. When ever he becomes Serious it feels am seeing a different person specially when he finally got out of the jail after turning his back to Lt. Paeng I had goose bumps all over cause in that scene I realized how scary Hanyang really is. I also think that instead of calling him self Lonely he let everyone calls him Looney because he doesn't want people to see that Looney is in fact just a facade. This is the biggest reason why we need Season 2 cause this question needs to be resolve. Also I want more of Captain Yoo, Crony & Kaist.

coffeentea Jul 02 2019 9:08 am This drama entertained me..thank you...big thumbs up for all...

Aomame Jun 15 2019 5:05 am POSSIBLE SPOILERS . . .

The last prison scene made me left thinking, with none of the 'good guys' left, prison is just a place you'd not want in to. it's like the creator just telling us "this is just a fiction, now back to reality" Also, Looney is potraying the harsh reality of a druggie,I feel really bad for him, but when I think about it, it's necessary. Remember what Min-Cheol said in eps.15 when Looney and Captain Yoo fight in toilet, now it became strong message.

GTO Jun 07 2019 1:29 pm Purplejan

You are right about Looney. In my opinion he fell in love Captain Yoo that's why he wanted to ho back to the prison as well. :)

Purplejan Jun 06 2019 3:09 pm I was a bit sad for Looney in the end.. What made him to do that or he felt more love and affection in prison that's why he chose to do that, he chose to go back there instead of reuniting with his family..

Purplejan Jun 06 2019 3:05 pm Wow I was surprised with this drama.. I didn't expect too much since the sypnosis didn't catch me that much.. But not realizing that I cannot stop myself watching and wanting for the next episode.. Its a mix of different genre love, suspense, comedy and a bit of drama.. It will give you rollercoaster of emotions.. it's a 5 star for me.. Good job.. Highly recommended.. ???

tazzzifz May 10 2019 12:39 am I’ve actually read the reviews before I watched the drama. Many of the reviews tell how good the drama is. I gave it a shot, and it’s surprisingly good. I feel like this is a lightweight drama, but it’s also not that light so I don’t know how to explain lol. But it’s 10/10 for me. I couldn’t stop watching because it was really fun and it didn’t bore me even a tiny bit. I was also surprised that each episode is 1 hour and a half long but it didn’t feel that long, guess I was caught up at the moment. Tbh, I rarely watch dramas that have light plots (ex : romance dramas without conflicts such as murders or similar to that) but yeah this is really good! A must watch, and it’s on my number 1 favorite drama list <3

hello May 02 2019 6:44 am 10/10 drama, highly recommend everyone to watch!! It's so heart warming and laughed a lot. OST was perfect as well, really sad that it's over but fantastic story line and cast :')

dee Apr 27 2019 4:34 am this definetely one of the best drama korean ever made, just like the Reply series.. i laugh so much watching each episode. Also the romance scene is just too sweet!!

Sher Apr 11 2019 12:24 am hands down! one of the best dramas ever! I cried, I laughed! This drama is super good! I wanted a better ending for Looney tho and wanted to know more about Crony and Captain Yoo at the end, but SUPER AMAZING DRAMA!

100% recommend!

CRPT Apr 01 2019 12:55 am Been looking for months for CRPT's head cast. Anyone knows? I thought I've seen him somewhere.. and i finally realize, that he's the actor that went to vietnam with VIXX...

sunflower Mar 25 2019 7:17 am Best Drama Ever!!!!

Bellevie Mar 22 2019 12:13 pm Daebak! I love this drama so much..the cast, storyline, OST, everything was perfectly executed. The drama is so heartwarming but also a stress reliever, so many nuances of emotion in every episode. Hopefully there will be season 2 on this drama. There are so many messages this drama contains, and "hope" is the core message and becoming humane. 10/10

dngzki Mar 20 2019 3:05 pm It is one of the best drama ever , daebak . But im not satisfied for the ending like Looney when he gets out . They should make a season 2 because we want to know what happen to the case of Captain Yoo and also what will happen to Crony. I will recommend this drama .

Macie Feb 15 2019 9:45 am I have come across this drama many times and I have just disregarded it, but I’m gratefully I watched it. It has now become my favorite. It’s very heartwarming. It’s amazing that they can make you cry and the same time roll on the floor laughing. Just like everybody else, I’m hoping there will be Season 2.

Shine Pito Feb 13 2019 8:44 am I didn't watch it while it was airing 'cause I thought this was boring, but I was so wrong. This drama is one of a kind, daebak cast, daebak plot and daebak ost. Highly recommended. :)

Max Jan 22 2019 6:26 am Damn I was totally wrong before I watched this drama. I thought it was full of crimes or so, but well it's deserved HUGE applause indeed. This drama not just contain of crimes, but there are so much twists about how the male lead and others around him react upon conflicts and moreover there is lot of comedy there which totally makes sense and not awkward at all.

Definitely recommend to watch!!! Well GOOD JOB Prison Playbook casts and team!

have a good day! Jan 08 2019 8:10 am and also, this drama is filled with some humors too! so u wont get bored.

have a good day! Jan 08 2019 8:09 am This drama is really gooddd. It shows how hard life can be, and how je hyuk handle all of that with calmness.

Ken Jan 03 2019 2:57 am 11/10. Such a masterpiece!!

Ken Jan 01 2019 8:38 pm Highly Recommended!!!

Ore-sama Dec 28 2018 11:21 am It was a happy ending for everyone except for Looney, its very saddened me..and I hope to see something good happened to Crony too...please make a season 2!

Ore-sama Dec 25 2018 10:50 am I plea for another season. Just throw anything, Joon Ho as main character or Paeng Officer life as correction guard..anything..! They are all so interesting. And good message delivered too.

The best prison life drama I've watched.

Ore-sama Dec 24 2018 1:16 pm every characters are just sooo eccentric and sooo not normal!! cannot pick which one I like more!

Corvail Dec 15 2018 4:46 am I think this is one of the best shows out there. Made me laugh made me cry. There all amazing actors and actresses in the show. I like how there’s back stories on every character. I recommend anyone to watch this show they will really love it just as much as I do and I’m going to rewatch it agin and agin.

Kk Dec 11 2018 7:02 pm I usually dont comment on kdramas.BUT you have to watch this one.One of the best if not the best kdrama I've ever watched.You wont regret it.Touching emotional (but not that sad)and so so so funny wich I didn't expect.I wasn't bored even for a second

bravo my life Nov 29 2018 12:21 pm really very good best drama ever! feel so happy to watch this drama^^ i just finished prison playbook and i feel my heart comfortable and happy at the same time^^ i just really like how the story begin, run, and end with happy ending. i really like all the characters, very suitable. it's so heartwarming too, really like it. and don't forget to prepare some tissue if u guys wanna watch it, but after that u can laugh again. so thankful that i can watch this drama that i hv smth to follow, to trust. really recommended!

butterpuff Nov 10 2018 10:27 am Watching it again!! I really love the chemistry between the casts. the story is super great! It's not only funny but also heartwarming❤️

Mays Nov 06 2018 2:18 am This drama is so touching, heartwarming, at the same time it also heartbreaking! It will make you cry and laugh at the same time. Definitely one of the best KDrama I have ever watched. All in one drama!

jas Oct 11 2018 1:50 pm super worth watching drama!! i had doubts watching this drama at first. really glad i watched it!! this drama has a mixture of comedy(very funny!!), friendship, sad, enjoying together, and really heartwarming!! the musics used in the drama were very attractive too!! definitely a worth to watch drama! please don’t hesitate to watch like i first did!! <3

shuns_hardcorefan Oct 07 2018 6:17 am I thought its gonna be dark bcos of the poster But its so hilarious. I keep laugh out loud when watched this drama xD ofc its still about slice of of life - angry, happy and sad altogether. But I'm really glad that I picked this drama. I'm still grinning whenever I remembered funny episodes xDDDD

Next one, I'm gonna watched reply 1988!

amina Oct 03 2018 1:47 pm the best drama ever in this year .... truly i love everyone there

Greta Oct 02 2018 7:05 am Currently on ep.10.I watch this drama because of Jung Kyung Ho (Lee Joon Ho) and Jung Hae In (Captain Yoo) but ended up loving everbody and everything about this drama.I love the cellmates bromamce,I love Officer Paeng how he truly cares for them although he acts stern towards them.I love Kaist,Dr.Ko and HanYang thay always make me laugh and Min Chul and of course our baseball super star Kim Je Hyeok oppa despite their age gap he and Kystal has a great chemstry plus Joon Ho and Je Hee and ?? ahahahha.I just love everything about this drama and every character is important and never a dull moment. Super worth it just like IU and Lee Sun Gyun's My Ahjusshi truly TVn never disappoints.???

kdramabingewatcher Aug 27 2018 8:23 am This is my most favorite drama ever! I was looking for great dramas to watch this August and stumbled upon this show's poster and saw that it was star-studded so I gave it a try. Highly recommended and definitely worth your time. There was never an episode that did not have me literally laugh out loud.Perfect balance of drama, comedy and whatnot. I love every character in every episode. Every characters/prisoners' story was heartwarming...Though how I wish there was a happy ending for Hanyang/Loony... I will be rewatching this cos it's so good. Hoping for a second season :)

Carla Aug 19 2018 1:00 am I watched this because of Reply 1988 and Krystal.. did not disappoint! This wasnt as funny as Reply 1988 but the story was so good. It made me cry and laugh at the same time. You should give it a try.

Yani Aug 13 2018 11:11 am All good actor in here?

txtlinda Aug 12 2018 10:42 am Chanced upon this on Netflix and I love it.

Story is simple but so endearing. And the cast! Wow! I am blown away by everyone in the prison.

This drama is not about the hard times in prison but about the people in the prison. Their story and how their interaction with each other. It's about relationship, bromance, kinship. And I love the comic relief that pops up every now and then. Always had me laughing.

Watch it. You will find your self drawn to it. I am going to rewatch it.

Me Aug 06 2018 11:55 pm Well...I just finished this drama. What a gem! I'm so cross with myself for sleeping on this because I thought it would be about betrayals and what not like most jail dramas are and I'm just so over that plot (plus there too scary for me ?) but this was so well done. You get to love all the characters even though they're there for such a short time. I'll tell ya I started this drama for Kyungho oppa (who was AMAZING btw ) stayed for Park Haesoo ( new actor to stan i mean how adorable is this dude???) But i love the drama because of Krystal's character. I'm so proud of how AMAZINGLY she has grown as an actress! This will be my defining character for her and I'm so excited to see what she does in the future.

Ryunami Aug 06 2018 5:40 am Im glad i pick this drama instead of WsWWSK? Im rooting for the friendship between Je Hyeo and Joon-Ho

maria Jul 31 2018 12:00 pm 9/10 <3 Wahhh no wonder this drama is so good, the same pd as the reply series!!! Ahhhhhh~~~ this drama is really worth watching,eventhough no many heart eyes candy actors but it's packed with comedy, love, seriousness, reality and friendship. I love how pdnim use almost the same cast as the reply series hahahaha. Looney is my fav character because he is funny af but ahhh the end is really ughhh. Very recommended go watch it.

Ken The Handsome Jul 28 2018 9:31 pm I am almost finish watching this. And I find it good. Its like the reply series of TVN, on how they tell stories, but on a prison setting, with a mix of serious drama. But then when I red who the director of this, no wonder it has some similarities. They have the same director from the reply series

Fads Jul 28 2018 8:00 pm I really loved the drama so much but i was so deceived by how they ended it for looney ,it didnt fit the character that was being built ....it really makes no sense just showing that he can have/deserves a good ending which is so unfair

smaher Jul 18 2018 1:22 pm the meaning of this drama was at the last episode by officer piong, everyone has good side and bad side use it in his life,but i was sad when Lone died that's means no one can stop drugs...i was very disappointed.

sarang321 Jun 26 2018 8:25 am i really hesitated to watch this drama .. i tough it is full of revenge and crime.. but this drama is about life ..real life ,friendship and hardship in life.I don't regret it and i am sure you will not too There was moments i laughed a lot and cried . i watched witouth skeeping any parts becouse everything was interesting .

Joy Jun 24 2018 5:47 am I usually dont comment here and im not good at english. But this drama is perfect. The storyline is amazing. Written there the genre is prison but there's romance, comedy, and conflict. All the cast was really good playing their roles. This drama makes me crying a river and laugh out loud. I ended this drama a long ago but im started to miss this drama, i cant move on yet. If you hesitate to watch this drama, definitely just watch it! Its really worth to watch. This drama, another miss oh, and my mister is my favorite kdrama i cant move on.

Lanz May 18 2018 10:05 pm Find this drama so worthy of my sleepless nights ??. I'm so inlove with story and to all the cast. Made me cry and laugh at the same time. Highly recommended.

Anu May 11 2018 11:37 pm I usually don't comment here but this drama is really awesome. Honestly, I commented to talk about Joon-dol and Officer Song, especially Joon-dol. They were amazing, both really funny, talkative and cute. Unfortunately they don't get enough attention.

Watch this drama if you haven't.

Also, check out the following amazing dramas as well. Stranger (Secret forest), Tunnel and Signal - more on the serious side and Go Go Waikiki - comedy.

Definitely check out Stranger and Go Go Wakiki tho.

Kim Nana May 11 2018 4:40 am I watched this kdrama for Jung Hae In so I started from eps 5. But can't stop watching until the end. This is the most entertaining kdrama I ever watch. You won't stop laughing to see their bromance OMG yet full of life lesson here. Love and hate! However, I was a bit surprised that Looney fall again into the drugs just right after he out from the prison. At least it rose my awareness on the drugs issue.

Sese May 03 2018 5:35 pm This drama only win one category in baeksang, but the director to the plot just amazing ?

Kaist May 01 2018 3:03 pm I love love love love love this drama. It will forever be one of my most favorites. The storyline, the characters, everything.

Rhayder Lee Apr 23 2018 7:50 pm I've watch & finished it and I really loved it. This was the drama parody that EXID's Hyelin played Lee Kyu-Hyung role as Looney to promote their comeback for "LADY." Still can't believe my WINNER stan Kang Seung-Yoon was one of the casts even in the parody version of this drama. Maybe to support Hyelin for their comeback. Although this drama was hilarious too.

Temitope Apr 22 2018 12:07 am Have watched this drama like 20 times, can't get enough of it, I love it sooooo much, it's just the same feeling of reality like it's okay it's love.

Vanessa R. Apr 13 2018 9:39 pm This is one of the best koreanovela that I've ever watched. Made me cry buckets of tears and also laughed so hard in every episode. Highly recommended if you have good taste in Kdramas and wants a break from cheesy kdramas and goodlooking actor. P. S. All actors and actresses are very good. ? ? ?

#wing2cell6 Apr 09 2018 9:38 pm This drama is really good. No. Insanely good. My favorite drama of the first quarter of 2018. I recommend this drama so much. Never hesitate to watch this. I read somewhere that the writer's message is to give hope. And that your sins dont define you. The depth and detailed story not only by the prisoners but also the correction officers. So much love for jehyeok and the squad. (officer lee, lieutenant paeng, looney, kim minchul, dr. ko, jean valjean, jailbird, captain yoo, crony). I hope this drama wins a daesang! Well deserved actors, writers, and pds!

H Apr 06 2018 10:47 am In term of classic. This show is a JAM. I never stopped laughing from episode 1 to 16. Based on the actors from previous shows; I knew it was going to be funny but what I did not know was how incanely great every single one of them were going to be. (Specifically for “looney”) This is a must must must watch. I really hope they win a lot awards.

From the writers, producers to the actors and everyone in between... Excellent job!!!!!

Hd Mar 26 2018 7:24 pm One of the best dramas I've ever watched hands down. I completely recommend. It had me crying and laughing every single episode.

reska Mar 26 2018 7:57 am Love this drama sooooo much! One of the best drama I've ever seen.

IZOOM Mar 25 2018 6:02 am i just finished this recently and it was super duper good !! highly recommended to watch . seriously worth to watch i swear . the black comedy never fails to make me laugh . seriously while watching this i laughed like a crazy person hahahahhaha i think i could die of laughter >< and the background music like the bird chirping is sooo hilarious hahaha .

I laughed the hardest when Looney x Kaist fighting and bickering as well as when Yoo Brothers bickering hahahaha . Anddd not to forget the bromance !!! BROMANCE !!! Jehyeok and Joonho friendship is everything :")

im so sad when this drama end :( definitely the best drama i've ever watched. 10/10 from me <)

1333 Mar 18 2018 2:10 pm damn, this drama is so good :') it has been 3 days and i still cannot move on from it. too many lessons can be learned; the friendship the humanity the justice everything. the bro squad really has great chemistry. i found not much great drama in 2017/18 but wow this drama really made it! not yet to watch Mother, but will soon when I get over this. gonna miss everyone especially Kaist, Looney!! congratulations on winning my top 3; first is age of youth, then prison playbook then is it's alright it's love. Oh my God guys do watch!!! this drama is worth to be praised by the whole world!!!

Aika Melanie Dionisio Mar 06 2018 11:48 pm I really love the story. One of the best drama ever <3 Season 2 pleaseeeeee

rofl Mar 02 2018 11:37 am Hilarious drama, honestly the comedy overshadowed the "drama" in this show. It's a collection of vignette. The true soul of this drama is the interaction between the male characters more than anything. Not only the two leads (Haesu & Kyeong ho), but also the interaction between Je-Hyeok and his cell and prison mates. Funniest of them all were the Hanyang-Kaist and Hanyang-Jeongwu interactions.

I agree with people below, this drama could've run shorter (an hour per episode is a great length), but really you won't even notice the time most of the time as you'll be engrossed in it. Highly recommend. It's one of the best Kdrama of 2017 (this alongwith Defendent, Secret Forest, Just Between Lover and Chief Kim are my top 5 of 2017).

maisa Feb 28 2018 2:21 pm I loved every minute of this drama, the only bad thing if I can say it a bad thing is the length of each episode, otherwise every thing was so beautiful, some times I cried specially for Kim Min-Cheol. and most of the time I laughed specially for Kaiseuteu, he is so funny ..

suchiiiiii Feb 27 2018 6:50 am OMG. This drama is amazinggggg!! Seriously guys, this is reccommended for you. The actors act so natural. The storyline is perfect. You can smile even you can cry when you watch this drama.

Pearly Feb 25 2018 9:47 am My number one drama for this year very entertaining no dull moment every episode is so touching especially the final episode i'm crying outloud and many lessons to learn i never imagine to see a beautiful story in prison i'm really glad that i watched it...

Anna Feb 24 2018 3:09 pm If someone told me in the beginning that this would become one of my favorite dramas of all time, I wouldn't have believed them. I was bored out of my mind throughout the first 3-4 episodes, but I did feel compelled to keep watching for some reason. And I'm so glad I did. The genre itself, black comedy, is brilliant. And Prison Playbook is as black and as comic as it gets. Laughed out loud and shed actual tears more than once. The realism, the bromances, the prison dynamics, actual LGBT representation - everything was like a breath of fresh air. And the soundtrack! Discovered some actual gems. I feel like Unfortunate Guy and Dalpaengi will be on repeat for the next few weeks. This was also the first time ever that I found myself growing this attached to the characters. I'm sensing serious withdrawal symptoms incoming. Definitely recommending this one to everyone!

Maj Feb 23 2018 11:37 am Okay Just finished watching it Great! Interesting !Amazing!

- - Spoiler**

Han Yang what happened to him?? Dr Ko what happened to him??I was sad for Han Yang at the end why did that guy put him in trouble again!!!!!!?????!!!! I hope there's a second season!!!

dyu.ma Feb 23 2018 12:20 am respect! Officer Paeng! . you rock!

Ivy Feb 22 2018 4:39 am Reccomemd this to everyone One of the best dramas The plot is not over the top

yahae Feb 21 2018 10:42 pm the best drama! highly recommended...

CKW Feb 18 2018 5:24 am The premise was interesting, but the pacing was too slow that I often got bored in the middle of the episode. ~90 minutes is a bit too long for a show like this, it could've been better if it was saturated at 60 minutes.

Anyway, the subtle humour the screenplay writer opted for was a warm change from most Kdramas which chooses to go for a more grand type of romance. As a fan of character driven dramas, I really liked how the character went development as well. It didn't resort to over the top scenes and grand moments to move the show. The acting was another highlight of the show. Park Hae Soo does very well, even though it's the first time he has lead a show. I liked the interaction between his and Kyeong Ho's character, the chemistry was strong between the two. It was reminiscent of the Nam Gung Min and Lee Jun Ho (LOOOOL it's the same name) camarederie from Chief Kim. I was surprised by Soojung as well, I've never been impressed by her acting in previous dramas as I always found her robotic, but she was quite decent here.

I'd recommend this to people who like slow paced dramas with an understated ambiance. The romance is secondary, episodes are very long (and sometimes tedious) and the show is devoid of grand moments so some may not like it. But if one has the patient then they should definitely watch this as it unfolds into a very neatly written drama.

sandra Feb 17 2018 10:55 am Worth watching truly one of the best kdramas i've watched... I laughed & cried a lot. I loved all the characters and their stories.. highly recommended...

ronave Feb 17 2018 1:44 am amazing amazing amazing ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Annisa b.i Feb 16 2018 11:55 pm I hope this drama there is a season 2, this drama I think is very good

Ysabelle Feb 16 2018 7:40 pm Choego!

grie Feb 16 2018 9:47 am pleaseee wanna season 2 jebal, this drama daebakk, best dramaever

Kimjehyukfighting Feb 16 2018 3:48 am Best drama 2017-2018 !!!

FV Feb 16 2018 12:24 am What's the title of the song that's being played when hanyang is taking dugs?

LM Feb 15 2018 7:12 pm Best kdrama ever , Deserve to be watched. Amazing work. I just fall in love with every character . Great job Highly recommanded Great job Fighting :)

FV Feb 15 2018 9:49 am Looking forward for next Baeksang Arts awards:

Best drama: Prison Playbook Best Director: Shin Won Ho Best new actor: Lee Kyun Hyung or Park Hae Soo

DiJay Feb 11 2018 8:22 am Tried this. 1st ep is boring for me.. Let me try at least three maybe it gets better.

kermoet Feb 09 2018 7:27 am Thrice watching this, not make me bored at all. 1st Kdrama that made me like that

ara Feb 07 2018 9:54 am Joon Ho and Je Hee were so sweet! I couldn't stop smiling everytime they are together. This drama is very amazing! I cried for a second but then laughed immediately. A lil bit of romance, but overall this is 9,9/10!!!

PPB Feb 04 2018 1:35 pm I don't know what to say I'm really speechless!! This drama is very very very good. Don't miss watching it guys! Tvn is really doing a good job with its drama. I enjoyed watching prison playbook from ep 1 to 16 didn't feel a bit bored the story was so nice and heartwarming :') All the characters grew on me.. Although I wanted to see them meet at the end and I didn't like what happened to HanYang at the end but it was very enjoyable overall and all the actors did a great job. Park Hae Soo was perfect here.. my first time seeing him in a drama and I fell for him <3

Ta-Shonna Moon Feb 03 2018 8:26 am Love, love, love! Easily among one of my favorites now. I watched it to fast and now I'm sad I finished. Excellent writing and humanity!

Kev Feb 01 2018 7:58 pm One of the best Kdramas ever made. Makes you both laugh and cry. I especially like the humanity aspect of it all. However there are some weaknesses such as:

1) Krystal Jung's character is not really needed. A little selfish, and does not reciprocate all the affection she receives. I don't understand why the main lead needs her. Which leads to...

2) Why does the supposed best friend always try to make the lead try to pressure/guilt trip/physically abuse to connect with her. A real bro would be concerned about the friend well being, not the friend's ex-gf, first and foremost.

3) Maybe it's a Korean thing, but the bromance is bordering on being too cringe-worthy type. In the west the relationships demonstrated by all the guys with each other in this drama is too close for comfort.

safaa Feb 01 2018 6:13 pm @Kamil

Thank you so much for your reply. I've just found the song

Kamil Feb 01 2018 3:07 am @safaaa

The song is "Snail" by Lee Juck.

Ema Jan 31 2018 5:08 pm I will miss you. The drama of my life <3 I don't know how I will live without watching it every week:(

safaa Jan 31 2018 11:08 am guys in ep.6 at the end of it hanyang sang a song, and the same song appeared at ep.15,it appeared when Kim Min-Cheol was told that he can't go out of prison and he went back to his cell there it was played. I tried so hard to find it, but I couldn't because this song is not one of the drama ost. So if anyone knows the name of this song will you please tell what is the name of it.

Esther Park Jan 30 2018 11:17 pm This was such an amazing drama, I don't even know how to cope with my life now that I've finished watching it. I have "Bravo My Life" on repeat constantly and I just... wow... I loved every single episode and every single character. I loved the plot, the conflict, just everything. I loved the romance between few couples, how it wasn't too much like a typical kdrama but just enough to have me on the edge of my seat giggling like a little girl. Every single actor and actress in this drama made an impact and it wouldn't have been the same without each and every one of them. I've watched many kdramas and though there are many good ones out there, the only two Korean productions I can currently promote with all my heart is "Ode to My Father" and "Prison Playbook." Seriously well done!!

innocent 2301 Jan 30 2018 9:48 am Worth my time. Suit my taste. Complete my day. Change my perspective on people. It is super Aweeesome!!

dramawatcher Jan 29 2018 9:02 am This drama is too good to be missed out on. The story is amazing and never gets boring with new characters being added all the time, every character has a story and their own charms (no one is a fly on the wall lol), and it has a deep meaning while maintaining to be funny. Best drama of 2017! Can't wait to see what the writers have in mind for 2018.

Viola Jan 28 2018 10:57 pm This is the best drama!!! standing applause for PD and writer-nim, they've never disappointed, this is so genius! every characters have their own charms..season 2 please!!!

Lucy Jan 28 2018 1:40 am Oh my, there is way too much going on in this series for me to be specific in a review, except to say, I rewound scenes over & over on my first watch and immediately started to rewatch the series again. Prison Playbook is one of my top 5 ABSOLUTE PERFECTIONs. I fell in love with ALL of the characters. Great writing, great cast, great story!!!!!!!

ZoeA Jan 27 2018 5:22 pm Loved this series! Korean male version of Orange is the New Black. Wish it had been longer and hoping for a second series. I am going to miss these characters so much though, I have fallen in love with at least two of them. The casting people made perfect choices and the acting was great. Episodes never lagged. Everyone involved in making this did a great job, thank you. Can't wait to see what the actors do next. Off to rewatch it. ?

Marina Jan 27 2018 4:25 am This show is fantastic. All of the characters are so interesting and different. It really explores the the humanity in a prison setting. Sometimes you can prisoners who somehow seem to have more humanity then the officers who work there. I just appreciate what this show does, as well as all the background stories of the prisoners that convey who they are.

123 Jan 27 2018 2:44 am Well written, well directed, well played !!!

Jsh95 Jan 27 2018 2:41 am I cant move on from this drama, this drama is in another level within all of other kdramas that i ever watched, i cant get enough eventhough it has 1,5h per ep, this is just too perfect :")

Raja Ahmad Kamil Jan 27 2018 12:45 am I have finished this drama, and not going to watch any dramas for the time being.

Okay. I cannot help but tears flowing a few times throughout watching the final episode(including to realize that it is the finale, and I don't know if my feelings will be invested the same when re-watching). There are too many scenes/moments that I would like to mention, but I would highlight a few.

When Officer Paeng was at the school and the kids said that prison was for bad guys, then he said “But everyone commits a bad act at least once.” The ability of this series to portray even the bad folks as human was so wonderful to see.

I like how Joon-Ho slowly becoming like Officer Paeng, even though he said he can't like Officer Paeng. Even the final scene of finale shows he acted like Officer Paeng, haha.

"Be moderate in criticizing people, you may become like them unconsciously"

As far drugs issue, I know many are frustrated by the ending of Han-Yang's character in the drama, but I personally satisfy with it, even though it is indeed bitter. This drama really succeed to open our eyes to have better understanding of those who take drugs, instead of judging them stereotypically. It also reminds us the hardship of those who struggling to quit, that it needs help and support from people around him/her.

I also like they show a bit more about Officer Na in the finale, and it is funny to see flashback of his character in school.

I love to see relationship growth between Jung-Woo and his brother, Joon-Ho with his colleagues(especially with Officer Paeng and Officer Song), and of course between our cell 2-6 inmates (Je-Hyuk, Min-Chul, Kaist, Gobaksa, Jung-Woo, Hanyang, Janbaljang, Dolmani). I like to see Beobja to be hired by Je-Hyuk in the end.

Argh. I have lost words to say at the moment. Going to watch BTS clips before saying goodbye(for now, before re-watching later) to this masterpiece. There are too much lessons from every single characters, their behaviors and character development throughout about 24 hours-long drama.

Finally, I would like to quote what Shin Won-Ho PD said: "If there is a message [in the drama] I want to say, it’s of ‘hope.’ This is a story of people in a place at the end of the world. Some of them dream of making a comeback, some of them fall even further as they continue to live. But I want to show that there can be hope in this situation.”

And yeah! This is now my most favorite K-Drama, replacing Signal. I really hope this drama will be crowned as best drama during 2018 Baeksang Award(at least be nominated), just like Signal did two years ago.

Hopefully all of us can be a better person in view of nurturing better society! :)

Taehee Jan 26 2018 11:09 pm It's been a while I didn't laugh like that watching a drama. Everything was well thought, the filming the actors the realistic plot. I have zero complain. I started it out of curiosity (because of the cast actually) and ended up very surprised at how I liked it, and how it really made me laugh out loud, stressed me out, made me cry. I hope this drama gets more attention and recognition. I hope for a season 2!

DRAMADRAMADRAMA Jan 26 2018 4:45 am aaaaaah Jaehee-Joonho ><

Azmi Jan 25 2018 10:21 am I want more from this drama!!! I'm just in love with the OVERALL story from the actor until the plot..Please make it season 2..!!

Don Jan 25 2018 9:52 am Need atleast another 2 episodes

Putu Jan 25 2018 6:55 am This is the best drama that i ve ever watched. Really need season 2

jessa Jan 25 2018 4:28 am i hope this drama would have a part 2, and it would be the story of Han-Yang.

shinjoo Jan 25 2018 1:21 am Best Dram Ever i tell you The cast are superb and they can deliver the emotion naturally The plot is really good, sometimes it's really funny and sometimes it makes you cry This is by far, the best drama I've ever seen I'd recommend this for everyone

AK Jan 24 2018 9:41 pm im suffering from withdrawal symptom now.. hopefully there will be season 2.. good job to all the cast! you guys are awesome!!

Haneen Jan 24 2018 9:25 pm Best Kdrama ever The cast are adorable Park hae soo acting was suberb Exited for the second season ?????

hi-light Jan 23 2018 10:03 pm I know that its so unfortunate for Haerong, i think that the writer want to tell us about the dangerous of using drugs.

I really miss this drama, especially the tsundere Paeng, haha

Dahnia Jan 23 2018 11:56 am Love this drama. Especially our Capt. Yoo. I laughed and also cried and really enjoyed this drama. Haerong, I used to smile watching your character, although you don't like girls, and it's a bit disappointing me, you still gave a nice impression. Luv you all. ❤❤❤❤

sophie Jan 23 2018 11:45 am 1st k-drama i've seen, really good -watched till the end. poor looney though :(

Xiumin Jan 23 2018 8:07 am Watched this for jung hae in oppa at the first but end up loving all of the characters ?? all the cast was fit perfectly..

Valerian Jan 23 2018 4:37 am I agree with the comment about Ji Ho presence to be unnecessary in the drama. I think that viewers these days are fine with stories without romance and just focusing on bromance instead. Ji Ho doesn't really help in the growth of the drama, her presence is just an accessory that can be discarded at any time. Her character is clingy, spoiled and temperamental and it messes up the whole drama. It is better if she is not there at all. And the age gap between those two.. yeah, it doesn't help either. It is like a love story between an uncle and a little girl.. utterly gross.

peppermint Jan 22 2018 9:42 am My heart so warm while i'm watched this drama.. No love story,,just about message of life..and its so touched my heart... Amazing drama and i think i need season 2 :)

kurage Jan 22 2018 8:15 am What are you saying about no kisses no love stories? In fact, the only thing I hate about this drama is the unnecessary excessive kissing by Je-Hyeok and Ji-Ho. I don't like Ji-Ho character because she is just too spoiled and self-centered. The story will be better if they just throw away that character. Minus the flashback love thingy, this drama is superb.

Yong Sik Jan 22 2018 4:00 am zahi, no kisses, no love stories. Just pure fun! :)

kurage Jan 22 2018 12:15 am I actually almost gave up after 1st episode since it was too slow and boring. Thanked god I didn't. After the 2nd episode the story got really interesting that I couldn't stop laughing.

jimin's hair Jan 21 2018 8:33 pm too many bromances i cant handle, i had so much fun watching this drama. hope for season 2. jjang

qaa Jan 21 2018 12:29 pm one of the best kdrama ever. all cast and story was amazing!! no doubt. waiting season 2!

zahi Jan 21 2018 12:13 pm hello. I want to ask you.is there any too much love story in thi drama? is there any kiss scene? because im gonna watch it with my little brother

MS Jan 21 2018 3:46 am This drama is one of my faves! I’ve never laughed so much & cried so much in one episode! I got attached to the characters just by watching them & how they all bonded! As soon as one of the characters left, I’d feel sad for the others who are remaining bum& get anxious too hoping KJH doesn’t get hurt lol. Thanks guys for coming up with an interesting story line. Most dramas fall into the same “love story” pattern and etc. but this drama was everything!! Prison Playbook “Fighting!!”

fawa Jan 20 2018 9:57 pm One of the best kdrama ever!!! Shin pd and his team did it again!! Well written, well directed, well acted!! Prove that we dun need super popular hallyu stars to make one hell of a great drama...

Bx Jan 20 2018 9:36 am Just one word is enough for this drama: A-M-A-Z-I-N-G

Lunia Jan 20 2018 6:10 am Season 2 with Yoo brothers.... Hihihihi. Thank you production team for bringing such a daebakk drama. Will miss Je Hyeok, Kaist, Looney, Captain Yoo, Min Chul,Doctor Ko, Crony, Jailbird, Jan Valjean and many more. All the best TVN.

cinnamona Jan 19 2018 10:34 pm i dont know how to say about how great this drama this drama will always be my favorite drama, the story just so extraordinary. actually, i love romance drama but not for each episodes it has a lot of story to tell, inspiring, laughing, crying,heart beating,curious, it also has the romance side. i've fallen like a thousand times to haerong:( but why haerong has to back to drugs, it makes me sad. he is too cute to be a drug addict. after watch episode 15, what came to my thoughts was only 'what happened with hanyang:('

Mia Jan 19 2018 9:08 pm I’ve never bothered leaving a comment on Asianwiki but I just had to take the time to praise this drama. It’s definitely my favorite kdrama of all time and that says a lot bc i’ve been watching dramas since i was 4 years old. The character development is perfect to the point where i dont even realize theyre actors. We’re able to learn abt each character and fall in love (or hate!) with all of them. Though the episodes were long, they went by so fast! Im so sad its over but lets hope for a season two!

P.s. as for hanyang’s ending, maybe its a way to bring him back to season 2?? ;)))

Cherry Kim Jan 19 2018 9:24 am Overall, the story is very good, almost perfect. But one thing made me really disappointing is about haerong story. Why is his stroy like that. Reallly cant understand.

Aiu Jan 19 2018 9:10 am This drama brings refreshment to Kdramas like a fresh air (when majority themes of Kdramas now possessed by time travel, switch body, cheesy romance, law fiction etc) ! This drama is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED! It Will make you laugh, cry and inspired in each episode. All roles have great act, Standing applause to writer, director and all casts. One of the Best drama! I already watch many drama but this drama is One of a kind. Hope there is season 2.

Noraini Jan 18 2018 9:48 pm PD Shin Won Ho said that they may reconsidering to produce this drama as series like Reply series because there are so much stories to tell...let's hope that this gonna be true soon! This drama was daebakk!!!! :)

DX Jan 18 2018 12:52 pm I hope it´s going to be a season 2 too, because I was NOT satisfied with the end of Han-Yang!!! =(

is19 Jan 18 2018 6:14 am Funny story, love love love

Kyu-een 99 Jan 18 2018 2:28 am I feel so bad for uri Haerongi TT Its hard to get this far for him,but why the scriptwriter give him a plot twist when he finally get released from prison? TT

please read this review about this drama! Jan 17 2018 4:08 pm I love the writer for this drama! He makes the BEST dramas ever. I thought that no drama would beat the Reply series but this one did! IT'S THE BEST k-drama I've ever seen in my life and I've been watching k-dramas for years. I honestly wish this drama would never end. You fall in love with each character and the comedy and the whole plot. It's hilarious yet also tear-jerking especially ep. 13 and 14. ah... All the actors are top-notch!! They're all reallllyyy good at acting. I hope that there will be a season 2 for this drama!!

n3g Jan 17 2018 8:58 am this drama awesome.. looney luv u charater, park hea so wish my future husband like u

Nena Jan 16 2018 10:34 am @yuki thank you! Finally, i can hear this beautiful song over and over again. God bless you ?

Dobaksa Jan 15 2018 7:38 pm This drama is so goooddddd. It looks heavy but actually it really light theme of drama with a lot of sense of humor! I love it! It is sad but funny kind of drama. The bromance between the character, the story of each character hold, their growth, all incorporated well by the writers. Oh, i get inspired to by the main characters. Its a heart-warming drama to watch.

Looney Jan 15 2018 8:28 am when u have to decide between two shitty things.will it be shit-flavored curry or curry-flavored shit...haha

robles Jan 14 2018 10:42 pm i really love this drama! i salute to the writer of this drama. i hope this drama well never end.

weallwantpizza Jan 14 2018 3:09 pm "How to humanize people who is inhumane or seems inhumane by public" The character growth in this drama is superb.

whynot Jan 14 2018 11:58 am amazing drama. intelligent, warm, human, excellent sense of humor, impeccable acting from all actors. in the top 3 korean dramas ever.

vee Jan 13 2018 3:07 am the more I watch, the more I like! appraisal for the writer of this drama!

renju212 Jan 13 2018 12:39 am best drama ever!! the only drama that i never fast forward.Not even once. Just like reply 1988, i hope this drama will never end

boo Jan 12 2018 11:02 am I really wish that this drama never ends. I feel like its real not people just acting. The best drama ever!!!!

isa Jan 12 2018 8:19 am This is the best drama ever (the last time I felt this was when I watched Reply 1988) haha, i just really really love the characters development, it's perfect and this drama humor is that kind of humor that I really enjoyed. I recommended it to everyone, you wouldn't regret it #wink

KAIST Jan 11 2018 9:30 pm This is the best drama for me in 2017/18. I was was watching a few other dramas (Hospital Ship, Black) but stopped and decided to give this drama a chance because Defedant got me hooked up on prison-themed drama.

I love everything about this drama, but like many other viewers, I don’t care about Jiho’s character nor her love life with Jehyuk. Not really Krystal’s fault tho, or is it? I hope to see a spin-off of this drama after it ends or that the director could work on other production real quick :)

J Jan 11 2018 7:15 pm I have high respect for the writers of this series! Every episode brings that unexpected and unpredictable twist you see in the Reply dramas. Great actors and great script all around.

art Jan 11 2018 12:44 pm @yeoreum his name is shin won ho.

Bill Jan 11 2018 6:40 am @its2amlove then you can't see which is great or bad dramas =))

minsajang Jan 11 2018 6:14 am wow. it's already close to the final episode... I want the second season of this drama:(

@its2pmlove Jan 11 2018 12:07 am @its2amlove then just don't watch the series. we don't need someone like you who can just dissed something so good. ^^

Pikah Jan 10 2018 7:43 pm I haven't watch it yet but gonna be marathon-watching this drama this weekend. The comments are universally great, so why not and the fact that i enjoyed Jung Hae In's acting in WYWS

Giselle Jan 10 2018 10:56 am I'm loving every episode.. every character! Awesome cast!!

Kdrama Fan Jan 09 2018 5:44 pm @Its2amlove The first episode is slow but things do pick up on episode 2. This show is truly great, the stories are great the humor is great. Besides the director has other shows other than reply 1988 under his belt he directed the whole reply series (reply 1997 still is my favorite), this show is not a fail. I actually find it less boring than reply 1988.

I binge watched it in less than 2 days I love every character, the only thing I am not too invested on is the main couple romance honestly whenever Krystal is on screen I have to resist the urge to skip, it's not her fault it's just that the inmates are more interesting.

Its2amlove Jan 09 2018 3:00 pm This drama is not really good. The pilot episode is really sucks and weak. Tvn trying to bring back Reply 1988's feel with the same director, but failed. And the main character Je-Hyeok, his personality as the same like Choi Taek. And half of the cast is from Reply 1988.

The comedy and the story is trying too hard to be like Reply 1988's formula but they failed. The script has low story. This is just another boring drama.

@its2amlove

minkymommo Jan 09 2018 2:09 am best drama ever!

Darius Jan 08 2018 1:30 am Eps 11 is awesome. They protect Jae Hyuk even when they half asleep. They build strong and great relationship eventhough they live in a bad neighborhood. Wonderful casts. Excellent plot. High recommended drama. Ever.

Chii Jan 06 2018 11:33 pm Just another proof that you can always count on TVN for outstanding quality dramas. Everything about this show is perfect, I haven't seen a single false move yet, if I had to point out 1 thing it would be perhaps some repetitive flashbacks about his romantic life , but even that is not enough on its own to take away the beauty of this drama

yuki Jan 06 2018 2:30 am @Nena here is a link of a song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cu7v1w8EFU enjoy <3

Jay Pee Jan 04 2018 10:03 pm Ratings wise this drama is lit, it is performing well despite being a cable drama ....highly recommended

Lunia Jan 04 2018 8:10 pm Ddolmani nappun s$*+@. Luckily Han Yang was a pharmacist.

Nena Jan 04 2018 12:57 pm @Miss sassy not that one. The song that played at the scenes of Jean Valjean and Kim Min Chul.. Jean Valjean told Min Chul the songs name is "Unfortunate Guy", but i cant find it everywhere..

yeoreum Jan 03 2018 10:35 pm Can somebody tell me who is the guy who sent a evidence to Yoodaewi brother ?

Kdramafan Jan 03 2018 9:10 am I have watched more than 200 korean dramas, the best dramas are reply series and this one now. Really i am really lucky to watch this beautiful,excellent,wonderful,outstanding,marvellous,... (there are no words to express) dramas. I thank the directors and writers for creating such dramas.

Miss sassy Jan 03 2018 6:10 am Great drama ever . even the durations of each episode is longer than usual drama but it never is boring to watch. Cannot wait to watch every character being released. I feel pity on dr.ko tho ? and started to like that druggies . very beautiful drama . great plot and ever

@Nena which old song? Is it when kim je hyuk sang to jiho when he was in bus ? If yes then it's titled i choose to love you. Hyorin of sistar remaked this song . the song is nice

Nena Jan 02 2018 2:07 pm Hallo, could someone please tell me the name of old songs that played on this drama? I've been searching everywhere and did not found it. Many thanks

Oliveoyl Dec 31 2017 4:29 am Episode 3 ongoing. And I'm screaming seeing jung woong in. After sung dong il now jung woong in??!! What a cast!! Daebak! Can't wait for Jung Hae In.

Idk, but I don't like Ji ho character, kinda useless. Maybe the director want to make krystal appearance as cherry on the cake, but I found it annoying. Unnecessary. But whatever, so far the story's awesome and all the men casts are great. I regret it to not watch it earlier. Btw, I love bromance between kim je hyeok and lee joon ho so far. Friendship goal.

Yu ling Dec 30 2017 5:59 pm Best drama I have watched in 2017!!! I can literally laughing so damn loud in almost every episode (so far episodes 8) I love looney and kaiser characters. Park Hae Soo portray his character very well. In every episode there would be a little surprise and twist. I am really impressed. A good way to end 2017! Happy new year people!

atchihunter Dec 30 2017 3:48 am Omg this is soooo good. I mean, every scene so interesting and I didn't skip any of them. 10/10! But I don't really interested in romance between je hyeok and ji ho

awdds Dec 29 2017 5:11 pm i think the most interesting and fascinating character on this drama is lieutenant paeng, his kind behaviour and care for inmates was displayed in tsundere manner lol....

Frankie-Girl Dec 28 2017 4:45 pm This drama is funny, deep, dark, well thought out, unique and a whole lot more. What really takes my breath away is the amazingly thought out backstory of each character and how these talented actors and actresses bring it all to life.

Like wow! It starts off slow and I had to take my time watching it but somehow each episode gets better and better and better. This is a top quality series and I am so impressed.

Also - GREAT soundtrack!

Must watch!

P.S So proud of Krystal and how she's taking on a different character type and growing as an actress. MeU pride!

whynot Dec 28 2017 5:12 am excellent drama. intelligent, warm, very well played, very good sense of humor.

Luke Dec 27 2017 9:51 am Seriously this Drama should extend their episodes to 50 episodes at least. Is there any way to write a petition to the producer to extend the episodes? This drama is too good to end in three weeks :(

crow Dec 27 2017 7:19 am Does anyone know what the ending theme song is called? the one they play at the last minute of the episode

AR AR Dec 27 2017 3:42 am i love how warm Wise Prison Life is, total deviation from common crime, corruption, violence, dark dramas. sadly, it'll end in 3 weeks T_T WPL fighting!

Sunshine Dec 27 2017 1:19 am Who is the soldier that agrees to be witness for Captain Yoo? Any knows this actor?

Bill Dec 26 2017 5:58 am Seriously, i was so upset when Gobaksa got transfered to other penitentiary. He is one of the characters that completes the squad ㅜ.ㅜ I'm okay if he leaves for release from the jail like Janbaljang, but i'm not if he leaves because of he got transfered ㅠㅠ

Kurama Dec 25 2017 3:03 pm @ddabong> in the drama, they said it's their crime, I think. Like blue for addicts, yellow for violent crime(they showed an old man in the wood workshop who killed people)... But I'm not sure.

ddabong Dec 24 2017 5:32 pm Does anyone know what color code label means in korean prison uniform? Already google it but haven't found yet. Thank you.

Lunia Dec 23 2017 1:17 am Need to wait for 13 days for next episode... Argggh gonna miss u guys cell 2B...

Risyacha Dec 22 2017 1:15 pm Again shin wonho pd can make a drama that are full of funny but sad story. Just like the reply series, every episode have a really funny scene but also have a really sad scene that can make me laugh and cry for every episode. Good job pdnim!

FV Dec 22 2017 10:02 am 10/10 Cast, storyline, and everything are just too great. I hope it's rating would go up till 15 percent.

And also, hands down to Park Hae Soo and Lee kyu Hyung. Both actors are new in TV, but seeing their performance here was commendible.

Lastly, PD-nim. Thank you for directing such wonderful dramas. I've watched reply 1997, 1994, 1988 and now, wise prison life. Continue to do well-crafted dramas. Please make a new installment of reply. And please make Lee Sung Kyung as the main female lead :)

Lunia Dec 21 2017 8:03 pm The guy who stabbed je hyeok in detention centre is transferred to his cell. Gosh will he change the ambience in the cell? The bickering scene between Looney and Captain Yoo is fun to watch, so sad Dr Ko has to leave them.

hhhhh Dec 21 2017 4:44 pm is the druggie gay?

lavender Dec 21 2017 8:39 am I like the bromance between Ji hyuk - Joon hoo than the romance between Ji hyuk- Ji ho

Flora Dec 21 2017 3:17 am This remind me a lot with Orange is The New Black (US TV series).

piurira Dec 20 2017 5:24 am I just watch Lee Kyu Hyung in Stranger/Secret Forest.. but i'm so surprise with his character in here, he's so adorable

sojourner Dec 20 2017 3:09 am kang seungyoon! i'm an Inner Circle so here i am :)

djaroem Dec 19 2017 11:19 pm heartwarming... make me laugh and make me cry. it's different side of prisoners' life. love it so much

kiki Dec 19 2017 10:18 pm For me jiho is very selfish and needy... She doesn't love jaehyeok she just pitied him. Poor jaehyeok... T.T please make jaehyuk and joonho as a couple. Joonho love jaehyuk more than jiho. Plus joonho's lil brother would be so happy to have jaehyeok as his brother in low =P

Do Kyung-Soo Dec 19 2017 1:50 pm so gooodd~ as expected from the director of reply series must watch!!

ttakgookimttakgoo Dec 19 2017 12:18 pm you guys who haven't watch this yet should watch this as soon as possible. Extraordinary character. Good story. Another good drama. And yoo daewi ... i fall for him ... again

Justafan Dec 17 2017 1:50 am The lead remind me to so ji sub. Like him in six flyng dragon!

thanhyuu Dec 16 2017 10:40 am Finally I found another drama about prison life, after DEFENTDANT! I must say that both the writer and the director have done a really great job, as well as our brilliant actors and actresses. I especially love the way the film uses unknown or new actors/actresses to star in this drama. Good plot, good stars !

Kevin Dec 16 2017 1:58 am 6 episodes in, I think it's the most entertaining drama I've ever seen. The episodes are long, yet every single moment is interesting. So many great characters.

Mia Dec 15 2017 5:07 pm Best k-drama I've ever watched. The acting, plot, lines...everything is great. It's dramatic but funny at the same time.

nugu Dec 15 2017 12:42 pm Orange is the new black straight version!!! really love this drama!

Lunia Dec 15 2017 12:16 am Arghhhh, those nasty, bad and bully private. Really want to kick their axx. Poor private Park???

orin Dec 14 2017 8:02 pm great drama, great acting, great at everything! it was sad at first, i thought it will be a reaaaally though drama to watch. but i found myself laughing out loud at a scene. when i started to think that this drama was too much to bear, too hard to stay with, there was an unexpected turn and it made me excited. in the end of the day, there is always something special that makes me touched. it's so heartwarming.

SuJin Dec 13 2017 11:21 pm I love this drama. I wish more people would watch it. It makes me laugh one second and bawl my eyes out the next. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! All the actors are really good and the characters all have different sides to them. I love it.

AK Dec 13 2017 9:53 pm Everyone has their part to play.. not too much, not too little. in fact, they compromise each other so well.. All of their acting is just right to the point! The story behind each character bring you all the mix feeling, the smile, the laughter and the tears.. Quality actors, quality story, quality production. A quality drama not to be miss

kelly Dec 13 2017 7:23 pm insanely good!this is quality tv!!!

george Dec 13 2017 5:39 pm I can't get enough of this drama. I can't feel no boredom from the beginning. What I really like in this show is the essence of life being valued on each character. It can make you cry and laugh at an instance. Their acting is so natural that you can even sense the heart poured on each character. I soo love lee kyu hyung.. he is a pro in shifting his character. I soo love choi moo sung.. A big guy with a heart. I soo love jung wo in character here.. A guard with a soft heart but love to curse. I soo love the two leads they are the perfect pair of two long lost bestfriend. Kyung ho's character never overlap on Hae soo's character.. and the two female leads.. well.. it nice to put some romance in this kind of drama.. Looking forward for Hae In's backstory. The cellmates are soo ridiculous, funny and witty. This kind of drama reflect the light and dark sides of those people behind bars. This gives us idea how humanity works on that area and its for us to judge..... Best wishes to all of the cast and crews for bringing this drama in a nice form especially Park Hae Soo. Goodluck!

Amberle Dec 12 2017 9:56 pm A must watch. The black comedy will make you laugh till you cry and the emotional punch smoothly added in will also make you cry.

This is a well-written drama, brilliantly directed with very good actors as its cast. Jae Hyuk and his cellmates backstories will keep you hooked.

The quirky antics of his cellmates, each with their own hillarious personalities makes me want to befriend these criminals, which is really strange in real life! Kaiser with his inventions, speaking with a lisp almost always gets to my funny bone. Looney the adorable druggie turning normal when drugged and his everyday fight with Kaiser... oh gosh, too funny. Now handsome demon captain is added to the fray. So far, we are only seeing his violent side, so I'm so looking forward to his backstory.

Bill Dec 12 2017 9:43 pm This drama is one of a kind, so different from other. The plot twist is great! Everytime i watch it, i'm speechless. Yas, this drama is REALLY AMAZING, it's really worth to watch

Amu Dec 12 2017 7:43 pm Now this is my kind of drama. Looney's character is the best here. What is hilarious is that looney becomes all calm and normal when he is high on meds, but becomes a cartoon character when he is off meds. Watching park haesoo's role brings back memories from reply 1988 of our dear taekkie with that mushroom haircut. Kaist is another funny character and now with the new entry of dashing demon captain this drama has become much more amusing.

perpetual Dec 12 2017 5:28 pm started to watch this drama because of hae in oppa, so want to see him soon.park hae soo is really is amazing.This is a real drama

Niloo Dec 11 2017 6:21 pm This drama is amazing i love all the characters:)

K❤from india Dec 11 2017 1:44 pm I started watching this for Shin Jae Ha and Jung Hae In...almost forgot them after watching the first 2 episodes...

EmmaKay Dec 10 2017 1:17 pm Park Hae Soo is cute. Nice face and body and be plays a very convincing "big silent hunk". Might he have been autistic as a child? Is that why he reads backwards sometimes? Not an expert in the topic but I see he's "different". Definitely not dumb, judging by how he outsmarts others in very unique ways. I'm enjoying this drama immensely.

Anjela rai Dec 10 2017 6:25 am At first,I watched this drama because of hae in oppa and find quite interesting. It potrays how a prisoner can have their situations, their problems. But i cannot wait to see hae in oppa as it is already mentioned that he is also be going to be in this drama so please i want to see him as soon as possile.

k_drama_fans Dec 09 2017 9:35 pm If you bored with mostly K-drama themes nowadays, Just give it try to watch this drama, Highly Recommended and Worth Watching, I would say A Black Comedy Drama, no? This drama can make you sad, angry, smile, laugh out loud in just a second, I like the plot, cinematography, editing and this Director really have his own style to direct his show which is his main signature, thumbs up for him, and tbh I've never had favourite character in drama but Jaebeol 2se is too funny too cute and too hard not to be liked,

v Dec 09 2017 7:11 pm wahhh i love Park Hae-Soo

babisama Dec 09 2017 1:57 pm guys it really is so good! honestly if you're bored go and watch it the soundtracks, storyline an character each of them so damn good

Rih Dec 09 2017 7:43 am for the first time I watch black comedy in kdrama. this drama makes me addicted to watch, remain me with prison break lil bit. actually I'm suffering because of waiting english sub every week, I heard this drama bought by netflix. so I must be patient for that :') oh yeah, I love the soundtrack! okay, okay...

Enul Dec 09 2017 1:54 am Started falling in love with Park Hae Soo???

Clara Dec 06 2017 12:29 pm THIS IS A DRAMA FOR LIFE!! I start to watch it because I heard its the same director of reply series, and now I'm falling in love so hard with this drama! The storyline is so interesting, detailed, and give mixed emotions to everyone who watch it. I really recommend this drama! ??

Lunia Dec 05 2017 6:38 am @Fin I agree with you. The director is so good in turning non famous star into fame. In this drama he do it with Park Hae Soo and the rest of the cast. I really enjoy it, can't wait what twist will he do at the end of each episode. Even though the subtitles come out late, at least still have a chance to watch due to Netflix copyright

Fin Dec 04 2017 8:42 pm guys its by the same director as the Reply series!!! its defo gonna be good then!! lets give it a watch for the director and not complain about the cast cause hes actually famous for picking up new actors and turning them into huge stars, like park bo gum!!! and the teasers all look great!! im defo giving this a watch!!

ongwifu Dec 04 2017 1:13 pm OMFG! Why watching this drama feels like watching a movie!! GOSH! so detail! TvN jjaang! I luuuuv it

mkz Dec 04 2017 1:12 pm i honestly started watching this drama because I ran out of things to watch but I'm really surprised because it's REALLY funny and interesting. I hope this drama gets more attention and don't judge the cast until you watch it! Jailbird (Beobja/Kim Sung Cheol) is SO adorable omg my heart

freiheit life Dec 04 2017 10:27 am interested to watch this but after look at the cast section idk anymore. Krystal? i remember watch her in a drama it was a turned off too me. maybe her acting are getting better?

vee Dec 03 2017 12:21 pm surprisingly good I thought this would be like boring story, but it turns out good I like it how this drama portrays humanity in prisoner's life

FV Dec 02 2017 10:45 am Lee kyu hyung is in stranger, and I like his mysterious character in that drama. And now, his chararcter is completely adorable and kyeopta in this drama. Hope he'll geyt more drama

Sung dong il, Sung No eul,Cchoi Moo sung, dean of Reply 1988 (yoo jae myun) of Reply 1988, god to see them in wise prison life haha

Ahjusshi's fan Dec 02 2017 8:38 am Lee kyu hyung is adorable. He's so cuteee

kkkk Dec 01 2017 1:19 am Krystal's acting is so mehh. Wish they cast another actress.

Gia Dec 01 2017 12:13 am Love this drama...

The story is daebak...

After falling for innocence, i will love jung kyung hoo again..

Fighting

Tarocci Nov 30 2017 9:19 pm I thought I wouldn't love it but I fell hard with just 1 ep. I can sense that it will be hard to move on from this. Jehyuk being a smart idiot.... >< Anyway, I really can't wait for the following eps.

Tidy Nov 30 2017 5:04 pm I can't wait for this drama to be completed, I really wanna watch it. Specially that Jung Hae In is in it!

ixx_dh81 Nov 29 2017 10:47 pm Just like Argon???? Arghhh.. I need to wait for long time before watching this one. Estimate date when this one finish is 11 January 2018. So. I need to wait it until then??? I hate Netflix!!

Winda Monica Nov 29 2017 10:02 pm @Evianwar he is Lee Tae Sun, he was in Entertainer and Queen of The Ring

Evianwar Nov 29 2017 9:12 am Did everyone know who is the actor which as young kim jae hyuk? I thinks he isnt shin jaeha ? I ever see him in the other sad drama but im forget in what drama ?

Kazuu Nov 27 2017 5:15 pm Wow! Just watched two eps of this drama without sub, and thankfully I understand a lil bit Korean because I have watch too many drama and its really DAEBAKK!! The story really JJANG!!

Another best crime detective drama from tvN! I really like korean drama for Men! Cause romance are too many..

Beside there’s also comedy in the drama and it really funny! Especially Lee Kyu Hyung as “Second-generation Chaebol” really funny!

The cinematography is so amazing.. Like a Movie! Really appreciate the Director and staff, The scripwriter are also wonderful.. make me curious about what’s next..

And the actors are sooo good.. their act isn’t like in drama, like moviee…!

Another Best 2017 Drama.. If you like Signal and Voice, you should watch this!

Ah I’m so happy that 1st and 2nd eps of this drama were 1 hour 30 minute long.. Wonder the next eps will be long or not.. But It really worthed!

At first I didn’t know it was Jung Kyung Ho who play as Joon Ho, but I realize his voice and face like I have seen it before, Nah Its really Him.. So lucky SooYoung

And Wow I just realize Park Hae Soo is the police in The Legend of The Blue Sea who also play with Sung Dong Il as a criminal And now their part are switched.. Hae Soo being Criminal and Dong Il being a Police in this drama!

Just 2 eps but my comment were so high.. kekeke

Can’t wait for Thursday, cause download link will be avaible thu

Honeylee02 Nov 25 2017 5:20 pm Can anyone tell me what's her role? Is she the sister of Park Hae Soo? Thanks

Riaaangg Nov 25 2017 2:39 am So excited for kang seungyoon! I thought he only get some minor role, and I was already grateful to shin wonho pd for that, but apparently his role is quiet important looking that his pic is on the first row.. Being a supporting character in a A-list drama is so much better than jumping as a male lead in some unknown drama. Way to go kang leader ❤

Lunia Nov 24 2017 8:46 pm @piktor thanks for the info. No wonder I couldn't find it on the net. Too bad, suddenly feel Park Hae Soo is so cool in the drama. Seems have to wait patiently on the TVN channel Malaysia.

Lunia Nov 24 2017 8:28 pm Suddenly feel that Park Hae Soo is so cool in this drama. Sadly can't watch it because of the rights.

piktor Nov 24 2017 7:40 am we can't watch it because of netflix has the exclusive right. that's why I really hate netflix!

Mslee Nov 21 2017 2:06 am Jung Kyung Ho is back. Casts look amazing. Sung Dong Il is here too. Looking forward to this. Love this veteran line up of actors.

Annabelle Nov 20 2017 2:13 am Looking forward to watch Jung Hae In although the is not the one who lead.❤️ He is so adorable in WYWS

Wanna be Nov 19 2017 8:16 am Jung kyung ho reunion with safari ahjussi, heartless city feels comeback

A. I. Nov 18 2017 1:07 pm I hope Jun Hae In will be scene stealer again. He's so cool in WYWS.

Dyah Nov 17 2017 9:34 pm wow.. can't wait for Jung Hae In.

and Krystal and Kang Seung Yoon reunion after High Kick 6 years ago

madre kakao Nov 17 2017 7:20 am gonna watch because of jung hae-in... but i am disappointed because he is not one of the lead? his acting in while you were sleeping is superb.

cutechloe Nov 16 2017 8:23 am very unique storyline! looking forward!

Chocopudding Nov 13 2017 3:34 am Excited for Jung Kyung Ho and Lee Kyu Hyung!!! ??

Mai Nov 12 2017 11:08 pm I can't wait to see Krystal ans Yoon together.. ?

xxjjjxxxx Nov 12 2017 10:17 am seungyoon and kyung ho in one drama I'm sooooooooooooooo excited

Goodluck seungyoon!!!!

ermy.nn Nov 11 2017 2:36 am jung hae in!! from police officer to captain.. real quick!

Pandora Nov 09 2017 3:25 pm That A list cast tho...Can't wait!

Neexxa Nov 09 2017 9:26 am KSY Fighting!!

Risyacha Nov 08 2017 8:13 pm Omg jung haein is in this?

KSYXKrystal Nov 08 2017 9:33 am KSY+Krystal is back!!! Can't wait for the drama. Whats wrong with idol as the lead? She did a good job on the heir & high kick.

Soojungie Nov 08 2017 7:10 am Casting an idol for lead is sometimes wrong. But we shouldn`t judge someone who has a talent just because of idol background (I`m not saying that she is full of talent but she`s better than some actual actresses). In this case, I think director saw from krystal that something familiar with Jiho and though she is perfect fit for this role. So stop saying that the drama had ruined by her because she is an idol even it didn

Our Baekhyuna Nov 01 2017 9:18 am Jung Kyung ho as Lee junho, so exited. #WisePrisonLife daebak

The eve Oct 31 2017 8:12 pm The date for this drama already announced, it's 22 Nov. Can't wait any more

Upa Oct 25 2017 3:52 am I like all of the actor in this drama. But female lead is an idol and too young for the actors. Hope there's not romance for the leads and good acting from female lead.

Mrpie Oct 21 2017 4:29 am Can't wait to watch this drama!!! Oh my God, Park Hyesoo, love you!!??

peeringcloud Oct 20 2017 8:58 am Damn the actor line are really amazing O.o Can't wait for it :>

You could be Oct 20 2017 6:48 am Come forward to here after hearing JKH will cast on it. Hope this drama will hits Daebak since it's year end drama

Bnoona Oct 20 2017 6:44 am OMG jung kyungho,, he's so hilarious in missing nine.. Looking forward to his comic acting, funny but can be so serious in one time.. He is a leading male along with haesoo tight? I hope it's tight

Bill Oct 19 2017 4:51 am WOW it's hilarious that Sung Dong Il (Deok Seon's dad), Choi Moo Sung (Choi Taek's dad), and Yoo Jae Myung (Dong Ryong's dad) reunion in this drama after Reply 1988 XD It will be complete if Kim Sung Kyun (Jung Hwan's dad) would join too lol. Can't wait for this drama!!!

Bn Oct 08 2017 12:25 am Really love jung kyung ho acting in 'beating again' he's so hilarious,,, love his character so much,, especially crying scene,, looking forward to this drama because of him.. Fighting

yuki Sep 04 2017 12:41 am Can't wait to watch this, cast is superb <3 I am happy that some actors from Secret forest take part in this project. As for Jung Kyoung-Ho i hope he will do all the best for his role like in Cruel city, as his last project Missing nine was a big disappointment.

Hotelier Sep 03 2017 4:19 am Deynara : Agree with you. Lee chang jun (yoo jae myung) and yoon (lee kyu hyung) are my favorite characters in Secret forest (well I like 90% of characters in that drama so...). Gonna watch this because of them.

Icarus Aug 26 2017 8:28 am If the PD's the same one behind the REPLY series then this gotta be good. Missed Jung Kyung Ho since OMHE. Park Hae Soo was brilliant in SFD. Krystal is an interesting choice. We'll see...

JP Aug 18 2017 9:44 am will this be tvn's year end drama? if yes then this will be really good

Eonamryu Aug 18 2017 5:18 am Whaaaatttt???? WAENYOLLL 3/4 ssangmundong's appa will appear in this drama *checks the director* aah i see, shin wonho pd-nim! All i need is kim sung kyun!!!

viji Aug 13 2017 2:40 pm I love krystal, im big fan of her

Majo Aug 06 2017 12:44 pm @jkh although Krystal is the "leading lady" she will not have many time in screen because this a male drama.

Deynara Aug 03 2017 2:27 am This drama has one of the core aspects of the superbly made Secret Forest a.k.a Forest of Secret, Yoo Jae Myung (complex villain Lee Chang Jun) and Lee Kyu Hyung (Yoon Se Won)..both did excellent job in portraying their impossibly unpredicted characters like no other..kyaaa..cant believe it'll be this soon for us to see their next project together thru this upcoming work..hopefully this drama will do great.

lunar moon Aug 02 2017 2:46 am FYI Krystal will play as Hae Soo's GF

jkh Jul 29 2017 4:54 am why must cast an idol?!!! jung kyung ho doesnt deserve this!!! he needs a good leading lady! gah!

Belahan Jiwa dan Permata Hati Lee Jun Ki Jul 28 2017 4:53 am Wow, there's Lee Kyu Hyung. I love his '0.7 tattoo' in Stranger drama. Jeongmal Sexy ... his body too .. hahaha

jury Jul 24 2017 3:33 am woooooah.. winner kang seungyoon is joining the cast.. another series to watch! excited much actor kang comeback!! ??

Ricky Jul 23 2017 2:06 am OMG! We have legendary actors in this drama

NGS Jul 21 2017 9:42 am Is the bride of God Water already finish filming? Krystal so brave to take this drama as soon as her current drama airing. But, I am happy tho :D This is new challange for her :)

The cast are superb! cant wait :)

Jean Jul 19 2017 11:10 pm Will watch this for Sung Dongil and Krystal..

me Jul 19 2017 8:52 pm I think this drama is the same theme as Defendant, life in prison. Hoping this drama is different from Defendant although the settings are the same. Moreover, this tvN station im sure will be made different and better.

Hellllllo Jul 19 2017 7:26 am What krystal with Sooyoung boyfriend ???

Beauty_Light Jul 17 2017 10:19 am @Shin Won Ho Fighting!! This drama will have Shin Won Ho as the Director, he was also the director in the Reply series, but he is NOT the writer. However, Shin Won Ho is an amazing director i read about him he is a perfectionist, he make them re-do all the scenes until he was happy, that's why the production was late with the filmming, but at the end the product was perfect.

krxx Jul 17 2017 1:45 am Oh that's gotta be weird to have Krystal and Jung Kyung Ho if there is a romantic plot. As we know Krystal's sis used to be a former member of girl group Girls' Generation. Jung Kyung Ho is a boyfriend to one of the members of the group. It doesn't sit well with me.

yani Jul 17 2017 12:45 am omg krystal. I think she will accept this role.

Shin Won Ho Fighting!! Jul 14 2017 6:18 pm For the first time im going to watch a drama because of the writer. I have so much trust on Kim Won Ho Cakkanim ability to write an incredible story. Reply 1988 is my ultimate lifetime favorite drama. Fighting writer!!

loveJKH Jul 13 2017 3:30 pm Omg, according to info this will premiere very soon.

IT will follow Forest Of Secrets and Deserving Of A Name in tvn Sat-Sun slot.

Oppa, fighting !!!

Aysher Jul 11 2017 11:30 am Can't wait to watch this drama...JKH fighting!!!!!!

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 * [[Choi Young (1973)|Choi Young]] - field manager (ep.5)
 * [[Shin Hee-Chul (actor)|Shin Hee-Chul]] - prison officer (ep.5)
-* [[Kim Joon-Han (1983)|Kim Joon-Han]] - Song Ji-Won (ep.6-7,10)
+* [[Kim Jun-Han (1983)|Kim Jun-Han]] - Song Ji-Won (ep.6-7,10)
 * [[Yoo Su-Bin]] - Yang Jung-Suk (ep.6-9)
 * [[Shin Hee-Gook (1990)|Shin Hee-Gook]] - Staff Sergeant Nam (ep.6-10)

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