Rookie Cops
Rookie Cops

Rookie Cops

2022TV ShowEnded1 SeasonKorean

Wi Seung Hyun joins the Korean national Police University to follow in his father's footsteps but runs into hurdles as he gets involved with a woman named Go Eun Gang.

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IMDb7.0/10
Google Users88%
Director: Kim Bong-seok, Kim Jin-wooGenres: Comedy, Drama, Youth

Plot Summary

Rookie Cops is a coming-of-age drama set in the elite Korean National Police University. The series follows a group of first-year cadets as they navigate the challenges of rigorous training, demanding professors, and the complexities of their personal lives. Facing scandals, rivalries, and unexpected friendships, they learn what it truly means to become police officers and responsible adults.

Critical Reception

Rookie Cops was generally well-received by audiences for its youthful energy, relatable characters, and exploration of the pressures faced by young adults entering a demanding profession. While some critics noted familiar tropes within the K-drama genre, the series was praised for its strong performances and heartwarming depiction of camaraderie and personal growth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dynamic cast and youthful exuberance.
  • Appreciated for its relatable portrayal of university life and police academy struggles.
  • Seen as a heartwarming story of friendship, growth, and pursuing one's dreams.

Google audience: Viewers particularly enjoyed the chemistry between the main cast and the show's optimistic and motivational tone. Many found the characters' journeys through academic and personal challenges to be engaging and inspiring, making it a feel-good watch.

Fun Fact

This series marked the acting debut of popular K-pop idol Kang Daniel, who took on the lead role of Wi Seung-hyeon.

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ParkMin

ParkMin

Shamelessly copy-pasting their homework from Police University (2021). Nonetheless, the drama had the worst combination of anything and everything which ruined any appeal for it. It would have been a tiny bit better if the drama didn't have...