Hospital Playlist 2 (2021)

Near perfection...

Episodes 1-3

I just finished watching Hospital Playlist 1 and was really pleased to be able to watch the first three episodes of HP2 immediately. The story-telling for episodes 1-3 remain strong and I can't wait to see the rest of the series.

Lee Ik Jun (Jo Jung Suk) continues to be my favourite character. I like how the writer used the medical story in ep3, the transfer of a transplant patient from a smaller hospital to YULJE and the conversations between Ik Jun and his friends, and Ik Jun and the chief of that hospital, an ex-classmate who considered Ik Jun his main rival while at medical school, to show that Ik Jun doesn't have an ego.

Kim Jun Wan (Jung Kyung Ho) is my second favourite. He's too cool for school in the operating theatre but he's actually a nerd, totally clueless and naive about everything else. They squabbles between Jun Wan and Ik Jun and the eating scenes with Song Hwa (Jeon Mi Do) are affectionate and fun.

The one flaw in HP2 and a major one is the romance between Jang Gyeo Wool and Ahn Jung Won which continues to feel forced and unconvincing. Luckily we can skip these scenes on Netflix.

Episodes 4-6

Actress Shin Hyun Bin and her character Gyeo Wool continue to disappoint. Her solo scenes do not add to the story and the romance with Jun Won is cringe-making and diminishing Jon Won’s character. In terms of romance, I find Min Ha’s crush on Suk Hyung more realistic and, even though I didn’t really like Jun Wan and Ik Soon’s romance, I really felt Jun Wan’s heartbreak.

Ep4&5 are too long and cutting GW’s solo scenes would help. I hope the delay in broadcasting the final six episodes is because the programme makers are cutting some of GW's future scenes.

Episodes 7-9

I like the vignettes of Jun Won's mother, Rosa (Kim Hae Sook) and Mr Ju (Kim Gab Soo) and Rosa and Young Hye, Suk Hyung's mother (Jo Young Hye) that punctuate the series. Rosa and Mr Ju have been friends since they were five years-old and have an easy-going relationship whereas Rosa and Young Hye met through their sons and became reacquainted recently so their exchanges are different. We see how Rosa and Mr Ju's characters have evolved whereas Young Hye is still a snob. Young Hye's hostile exchange with a bewildered Cha Min Ha in ep7 gave viewers an indication of where the story for Suk Hyung is heading.

Ik Jun continues to be the glue of the group. His antennae is tuned to the people close to him and he continues to take care of them without any fuss or asking for anything in return. Ik Jun played cupid to Jung Won and GW, and Suk Hyung and Min Ha and it is clear to viewers that Ik Jun and Hwa belong together but who will be their cupid?

GW continues to take up too much screen time. Again, the episodes would be tighter if they edited out the scenes where GW looks wide-eyed and clueless - 15 minutes in ep7 and 8 minutes in ep8!!

Episodes 10-12

The medical stories and operations continue to be very strong. The storyline for Do Je Hak, Jun Wan's perennially optimistic Resident and his wife is heartbreaking. I loved how Jun Wan and his friends rallied around Je Hak and support him and his wife were able to make the best decision. I was sad to reach the end of the series - it was like saying good-bye to old friends - but happy that the five main characters, Rosa and Mr Ju, and Je Hak and his wife exactly where I want them to be with the exception of Jung Won who shouldn't be with Gyeo Wool. So while I would love to see a third season, I don't think there's enough material to support another twelve 1.5-2 hour episodes unless the writer and director skipped ahead a few years.

Overall, the choice of music throughout the series was perfect and the band practice scenes were fun and heart-warming, the songs supported each week's storyline and the performances were excellent. I will miss everyone and look forward to re-watching both HP1&2 at my leisure.

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Just as Good as Season 1!!

** Review for seasons 1 & 2!! **

I know there are mixed reviews & feelings (as is the case with every drama ever made) but I personally enjoyed every minute of both seasons. The writers & cast did an amazing job drawing me in & making me feel so much with each scene.

The drama gives a beautiful glimpse into the lives of the doctors & their medical staff who sacrifice so much of themselves out of their genuine desire to help each patient.

The five main protagonists have the kind of bond that makes people think, “squad goals”. They don’t compete against one another, they aren’t jealous of each other’s accomplishments, nor do they ever allow one of their own to face hard stuff alone. They’re one another’s biggest fans & sources of comfort/support, always.

The love story of each squad member is wonderful as well. They’re not huge drama fests & I rooted for each couple the whole way. Some get together in the first season, others not until the end of the second season but that slow burn doesn’t at all detract from the chemistry. The romances aren’t the main focus, but rather a delightful bonus that I was totally there for.

The supporting cast is a pure delight as well. They’re all going through stuff & have their own histories & experiences they bring with them which adds to the story rather than detracting from it. From all the secondary medical staff to all the doctors’ families to the patients in each case - they each did a great job in their roles.

I also love that there are no evil villains or hospital takeover drama. No warring of the higher ups who value profit over life - no backstabbing or attacks to further personal agendas.

This is both heartwarming & hilarious - I swooned over the romance & friendships, while I also cracked up laughing so many times! Oh, & the doctor’s son is a total scene stealer & their father/son dynamic is absolutely precious!

PS - they have a band & we get to see them practice a ton, those scenes really help highlight the emotions of each episode. A great aspect to their group that adds so much to the show.

Enough of my ramblings. If you haven’t watched it yet, stop hesitating & push play (but watch season 1 first)!

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UM ÓTIMO DORAMA

nossa, que dorama bom, uma ost maravilhosa, casais muito cativantes, super leve e fácil de assistir, fala de muitas coisas interessantes, todos os personagens principais são incríveis e vc se identifica com eles. Só não é um dez simplesmente pq, o final da segunda temporada com certeza deu muita abertura para uma terceira temporada, teve vários pontos soltos que eu gostaria que fossem mais aproveitados e eu também senti falta de um casamento lá, dos casais se assumindo pro povo do hospital (foi a coisa que eu senti falta) queria muito mais desenvomvimentos dos casais e um pouco menos das coiaas hospitalares, mas de tudo foi um dorama muito bom, eu juro que fiquei com uma vontade tão grande de fszer medicina depois desse dorama, foi um aprendizado pra vida, eles são todos tão amigos e lindos, eu amo esse dorama e realmente espero que todos tenham a chance de conhecer esse dorama, pq ele realmente é um dos melhores que está tendo

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MY COMFORT DRAMA

If this drama is made until season 10, I will watch it!

The story, acting, music and everything in this drama feels right in proportion. The love story is warm and feels very interesting to continue watching it.

The writer of this drama, I really respect you!

Hope to see this doctor's friendship for a long time. They are all so good at acting that they form characters that are hard to forget!

As for the music, I really enjoyed them performing as a band and doing old songs that I liked too. The ost is also very touching, I still play the ost often and it's on my daily playlist.

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Awesome

Awesome❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️♥️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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My Home

Words are not enough to describe my gratefulness for this show, every time I watched an episode I could feel my energy restored. I felt comfortable and had peace whenever I just sat and take my time to watch the Hospital playlist. I would recommend this K-drama if you're looking for a place where you can find yourself content and happy, then stop reading and watch Hospital Playlist now.

The hospital playlist did go all out with the genres, I love it.

We have a Medical genre that amazed me, they portrayed different types of surgeons and doctors in this K-drama which I find very knowledgeable and it surely kept me going. I love how they make things realistic about the medical genre. This drama would be beneficial for those who want to have a career in medicine and also haven't decided what type of doctor they want to be.

We have the Friendship/Family genre, I especially got attached to this part. I'm obsessed with how the writers, directors, and actors pulled it off. I really felt their bond, like I genuinely think that this whole drama is just a documentary of real people and not just an act. I love the friendship between our Mc's, small things to big things you would notice would make you melt, and I evaporated. One of the Mc's family made me wish that maybe in my second life, I could be reborn and be one of them.

We have a Comedy genre that's always in every episode. Their comedy is my remedy, insert heart wave. You would never get bored at any episode because this show is really funny in its own way. Every character had their personality and slayed it.

We have the Music genre which took me off guard at the first episode, but it was honestly why I fell in love with the Hospital playlist at the very beginning. I love how they really are good at singing and playing instruments. LIKE HELLO, they're already doctors and they know how to play an instrument and sing???! yes, their multi-talented king and Queen. The editors slayed very very much because they know where to insert the right music in the right scene, I literally became a fan.

We have the Romance genre, I love it. I screamed, squealed, smiled, cried, and laugh, in short, the romance genre was better than I expected. I literally live for them, especially Jung-won and Gyeo Wool. OH, I ALSO LOVE MIN HA AND SUK HYUNG, ANDDD-- YK WHAT, EVERYTHING.

I want to talk about them more in dept but my lazy ass can't let me, maybe someday they can let people voice record their reviews--OMG that's a good idea.

In summary, don't waste your time and just watch your future comfort drama, Hospital Playlist.
100000000000000000/10

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A flawless journey, A calmness in the story,A beautiful potrayer of friendship

This drama is so soothing. You'll never feel bore for an once.If you are a medical person you'll definitely can relate with every situation. Or you are a person whose family struggled a lot with a disease you will feel nostalgic damn sure. Ik jun character is my most favourite one,I m really happy for him.His relation with his son is like a sunshine, he has the cutest son. I started missing my dad after watching their interaction. My another favourite character is that cardiologist character. He is the most natural one. He nailed that character. he is straightforward but kind. Their friendship is the most enjoyable thing in this drama. If we have these kind of friends in our life then we simply doesn't need many things in life.

A 100 times rewatchable drama for me. Everyone should try. I will definitely suggest it to my close person ❤️♥️♥️

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What a way to start

Whoa! After much awaited release I am filled with excitement but didn't want to have high expectations for the first episode. But after 1hr, it just took me by surprise and literally screamed in excitement. What a way to start! As usual, the lessons imparted through this episode is valuable. I particularly would like to highlight the perspective of the two professors' -- Jung Won and Suk Hyung. Considering the role they portray, it is significant to note that they give their residents practical lessons that can't be learned in classroom neither books. I like how the song the band played complements the scene at the hospital (Gyeo Wool took the advice of Jung Won). This episode is filled with many reasons to look forward to the next one. It's such a pity that we get only one episode per week.

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Still a beautiful and credible storyline

I just finished episode 1 of season 2 and I still love these guys. The story runs so smooth, sweet and tender. The acting is so credible, even for those secondary characters. I just started and don’t wanted it to finish…
Hope it keeps been so interesting. I learn a lot. ……………..…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….… ……………..…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….…
Please, start planning the season 3.

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