The “Weak Hero Class 1” fever is still going strong! Now that Season 2 is officially set to premiere in 2025, excitement is at an all-time high. If you haven’t watched it yet, now is the perfect time to binge this one-of-a-kind high school drama!
A few weeks ago, we talked about why “Weak Hero Class 1” is one of the top K-dramas of all time. Now, let’s dive deeper and focus on the incredibly talented cast that brought this intense story to life!
“Weak Hero Class 1“
As K-drama fans, we enjoy discovering new shows every year, but only a few leave a lasting impact—”Weak Hero Class 1” is one of them. Based on a popular webtoon, this 2022 drama quickly became one of the year’s best, offering a raw and intense portrayal of school violence. It follows three students as they navigate a brutal world filled with betrayal and danger, delivering an unforgettable story of survival and friendship.
For years, high school K-dramas were often associated with romance, but “Weak Hero Class 1” redefined the genre, proving that high school thrillers can be just as interesting. With only eight episodes, the drama keeps us on the edge of our seats with its fast-paced storytelling and unpredictable twists. It received widespread recognition, earning a nomination for Best Drama at the Blue Dragon Series Awards and winning Best OTT Original at the Asia Contents Awards!
Get To Know The Main Cast of “Weak Hero Class 1“
Park Ji Hoon: The Standard In Idol Actors
Before “Weak Hero Class 1,” Park Ji Hoon was widely known as an idol-turned-actor, but in reality, he started as a child actor before debuting as a K-pop idol—making him one of the most well-rounded idol actors in the industry!
In the drama, he plays Yeon Si Eun, a quiet student who only cares about studying. He avoids unnecessary interactions —until he becomes the target of relentless bullying. Throughout the series, we see his transformation from a withdrawn student to someone who fights back using intelligence and strategy. When his friends suffer injustices, he doesn’t hesitate to take action, proving that he’s willing to go all out to protect them. Park Ji Hoon delivered an unforgettable performance, perfectly capturing Si Eun’s depth and complexity and there’s really no other promising actor who could have acted Yeon Si Eun better than Park Ji Hoon. He was so insane for this role!
Aside from this, Park Ji Hoon also starred in “Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency,” a historical romantic comedy that showcased a completely different side of his acting range. In this drama, he played Go Young Soo, a fashionable and charismatic young man whose talent in styling and makeup made him an invaluable member of the Flower Crew—an elite matchmaking agency in the Joseon era that transformed ordinary people into noble-class marriage prospects. Unlike his intense role as Si Eun, Young Soo was full of charm, wit, and comedic flair. He wasn’t just the agency’s fashion expert; he was also a loyal friend who added warmth and humor to the story!
Choi Hyun Wook – The Next Leading K-Drama Actor
Choi Hyun Wook has been making waves as one of the most promising young actors in the industry. Known for his strong screen presence and for choosing quality scripts for his projects, we get to see him in different quality dramas despite him just being a rookie! In “Weak Hero Class 1,” he played Ahn Su Ho, a loyal and fearless friend who stood by Yeon Si Eun despite the dangers they faced. His portrayal of Su Ho—someone who hides his pain behind his tough exterior.
Before this breakout role, Choi Hyun Wook made a special appearance in “Taxi Driver,” as a bully! Although his role was brief, he delivered a memorable performance that showcased his ability to convey how he’s a promising actor even in a short amount of screen time. His scene was intense and gripping and the revenge with his character was so satisfying to watch.
Hong Kyung – The Underrated Rising Star
Hong Kyung is another actor who deserves recognition for his impressive performances. In “Weak Hero Class 1,” he played Oh Beom Seok, a character who started as a timid and reserved student but eventually took a darker path, making him one of the most complicated figures in the story. His portrayal of Beom Seok’s internal struggles and descent into a morally conflicted state made this drama even more interesting to watch.
And if you can’t get enough of him, the perfect show for him to watch is the “2021 KBS Drama Special: The Effect of a Finger Flick on a Breakup!” This is the perfect show to watch if you’re looking for something short but will linger with you a lot because of it’s a wholesome yet realistic take on today’s relationship. Hong Kyung played Koo Won Bin delivered an emotionally raw and deeply relatable performance that captured the bittersweet nature of love that we can all relate to.
There’s really no doubt that “Weak Hero Class 1” has the perfect casting with its lead cast. If you’ve come to this point I think it’s time for a rewatch or start watching this insane high school thriller if you haven’t! Don’t worry where to find it because “Weak Hero Class 1” is available for streaming on KOCOWA+ with multiple subtitles!
