Joy of Life: Season 2 (2024)

After all of this, I wasn't expecting the story to have a season 3. Season 2 was also put very well together just like season 1.

The series does a really good job of recalling things that have happened in the past so it kind of forces you to watch season 1 to understand what's happening in this season. The show also does a great job of keeping the audience entertained. It has this feeling in the drama, where it lures you to keep watching. It makes you want to know what's going on and makes you continue to binge watch it.

The acting and cast is what caught me off guard. The most impressive part of season 2 was having more than half the og cast return. That is one pretty hard task to do. Not only is the og cast brought back but they've even introduced new characters which was awesome. The acting was also the same and really funny. The laughs between crown prince and second prince is super hilarious.

Can't wait for season 3, hoping the cast remains the same!

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The Saga Continues

First of all, the production and crew did a most satisfactory job of continuing the story which most of us waited with baited breaths - 5 long years! For most part, the sequel is very well done - 90% of the cast returned which is pretty amazing as this cast is like a dream team; the acting is superb except for one (guess which one) ; the plot lines are still witty, intriguing and captivating; and the side characters and their stories are still heart -wrenching or rib-tickling. Overall, I love it and would recommend it to those who want more than idol dramas filled with troupes, passable acting and beautiful people.

First of all, the high quality of actors is evident. This show has actors with real acting chops. They may not be all aethestically attractive but boy, are they charismatic, even riveting. I could take my eyes off them as they were full of life. Yes, I'm talking about those playing the side characters! Secondly, the scriptwriter knows his craft, having to adapt the orginal works to make it palable for the modern audience and to ensure the flow of the story.

I still love my favourite characters. I wish I belonged to the Fun (Fan) family. I wish I am a nepo baby like Fan Xian with so many father figures. I wish I had 'friends' who would lay their lives for me. I wish I could change and impact the people around me for good. There were so many 'feel good' moments. Then there are also the heart-wrenching ones - I cried for the Jins, the Censor, the scholars, Shijia town and lots more. I cried with a tissue box in front of me.

Lastly, the impact - long after I finished watching, I kept thinking about it. Is my country like the Qing Kingdom? Are the common folks short-changed? Is there a double-standard for the rich (and powerful) and for the poor common people? Do we need a anti-hero like Fan Xian and his gang?

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عالی به معنای واقعی

اولش موقع دیدنش استرس داشتم
میترسیدم مثل فصل اول خوب درنیارن، استرس داشتم بازیگرا عوض شده باشن نتونم حس بگیرم ، تا قسمت 5/6 هم این استرس رو داشتم ولی بعد 6 کاملا روند سریال مثل قبل عادی شد برام، داستان مثل فصل 1 هیجان شو داشت و بازیگری هم عالی بود، ، سر این فصلم کلی خندیدم و از داستان لذت بردمف تنها چیزی که درموردش دوست نداشتم عموش بود که این فصل کمتر نشونش دادن، من عاشق عموشممم

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Wow!

I've seen a lot of TV shows and few can get me excited. This series, however, really literally blew me away!
It has everything - excellent direction, design, perfect script, editing, cinematography, sounds and music, a great and engaging story, suspense, joy, sadness, love, intrigue, humorous and light comedy elements and quite serious and enlightening passages to think about.
And all of this is, as the icing on the cake, combined with truly breathtaking and unforgettable performances by all the actors of the individual characters.
The second series has not lagged behind the first in anything - and that in itself is exceptional!
Am I as sentimental as Fan Xian?! I guess so - "I know it and I won't do it again". So the last thing I can add to this is - thanks and a standing ovation to everyone who made this series!
Hopefully they'll all stay together and actually film the announced third season!

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The first drama that had me glued to the screen from start to finish!

1. Plot: One of the best, if not the best plot I’ve ever witnessed in all the C-dramas I’ve watched. It’s concise, with very little filler and no dragging episodes. Unlike many shows where you can guess how the plot will develop or how the series will end, this one keeps you on your toes. The schemes, the battle of wits, and the plot sequence are all pure chef’s kiss!
2. Cinematography: While there are minor mistakes if you really focus on them, overall, the cinematography is top-notch! The action scenes, though not abundant, are exceptionally well-executed, and the camera work is smooth as silk.
3. Acting: The main lead’s eye expressions are stellar, perfectly conveying his unique emotions and making it hard for his enemies to predict his next move. He’s a brilliant tactician and absolutely perfect for the role—no one can tell me otherwise. The female lead, however, feels a bit sidelined, mostly serving as emotional support. But without giving anything away, I believe season 3 will give her character the development she deserves.
4. Script: This is what truly elevates the show. I won’t say much to avoid spoilers, but if you’re a script aficionado, you’ll find this series immensely satisfying.

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It just keeps getting better!!

Wow! What a journey!! Season 1 was really good, but season 2 was exceptional!! Faster pace, more intrigue, suspense and nail biting situations. I have seen Zhang Ruo Yun in only Joy of Life, and it seems he and the character of Fang Xin were made for each other. The actor has totally owned the series and this character, his acting was simply amazing and this show cannot be imagined without him. The other important characters were awesome as well, but the ML actually carries the show all by himself. I hope season 3 comes out soon, I’ll be rewatching both seasons several times during the wait!

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Joy of Life Season 2! The Cdrama legend HITS with another BANG!

Even with some cast changes, the transition from season 1 to season 2 was almost, and I emphasize on the word 'almost' perfect.

It's been around 5 years and I was kinda expecting season 2 to be a little awkward cuz time does change things a lot but thankfully the vibe and the essence were still true to the season 1.

After a disappointing sequel for the Korean sensation Chronicles of Arthadal, I was more or less expecting a somewhat sub par sequel from Joy of Life. However I was wrong and it made me really happy to see this sequel being true to it's core.

Another excellent sequel, even with some characters not being able to make the show. A solid and hard to beat 9.5 from me.

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Unrecognizable

It is really quite unfortunate how season 2 really ruined the series for me. I've been anticipating the continuation of season 1 for quite some time but the majority of the characters are now unrecognizable and the plot is all over the place.

Foremost, we find out in season 2 that our ML faked his death from our season 1 cliffhanger. But apparently despite very intelligent scheming we see from season 1, this fake death apparently didn't fool anyone and doesn't seem to have served any purpose at all. What was the point in this entire elaborate plan?

Secondly, the characters are all completely not in character anymore. The second prince who was portrayed as very stoic and nonchalant is now throwing mini-tantrums? The ML who was supposed to be highly strategic and careful, is now casually hiding at his trusted friend's house risking his friend's family's lives? It almost seems as if the director completely disregarded the essence of season 1 and decided to turn season 2 into a comedy instead.

Thirdly, the plot flow is terrible in this season. It may not be as detrimental if it was a standalone but compared to the prior season, not much seems to make sense in this one. It's really disappointing particularly for those who were fully invested in season 1.

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kind of boring - one of my most anticipated series was a a bummer

kind of boring - one of my most anticipated series was a a bummer ...
This is like Under the microscope tv show ... Better than the feminine heroes based tv shows recently though
why my rating is lower?
1. This is the second season of one of the top tv shows - so there is no urgency to finish anything
2. Took over 4 years to get the second season but messed up on the storyline
3. Death of Main hero in first season tweak in second season is not great - I would have preferred a much better twist - kind of lame deal in this season
4. im tired of honest man going through politics ... esp with all the knowledge of today in ancient world and he still is not able to deliver it - kind of super ordinary hero

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