One Dollar Lawyer (2022) User Reviews

A roller coaster of emotions

[gaikwadayush · 9/10 · 12 November 2022]

'One Dollar Lawyer' is an absolutely great storyline about a lawyer whose legal fee is just a 1000 wons. The story comes with some amazing twists and turns. Some aspects of the drama might feel similar to dramas like Vincenzo, but 'One Dollar Lawyer' is a different type of project and is not to be judged by comparing it with other dramas. Min Namkoong really understood the assignment well and his acting was on point in both the phases of the character. Apart from that, even other short roles (criminals, accused, etc.) are very well played by the actors. I give it a 9/10 because I did not much like the way it ends. In my opinion, the story could've been a bit longer and spicier. But overall it is a really good drama and will not fail to entertain you and keep you hooked.

Very entertaining and heartwarming

[cherlockhome · 10/10 · 30 March 2023]

I didn't expect much before I start watching this series but turns out its a comedy with a heartwarming message to the audience. And I felt in love with the main character during the first court case (the pickpocket) I didn't expect to so in such an emotional roller coaster but this is what i get from that story alone.

Of course its not all perfect, there are some of those nonsense comedy scenes as well but I find them very entertaining and I laughed very loud so many times during those nonsense.

Its very hard to find a good comedy series nowadays but if you're looking for some great stuff.. look no more.. this series is "it"

A small team with big heart

[luronny · 10/10 · 20 February 2023]

One of the best korean drama I have seen so far with heroic, comedy, friendship and love storyline about a small team of 3 members dedicated themselves to help the ordinary people who cannot afford the typical expensive lawyer fee to seek justice.

The producer did a great job in selecting the characters for the storyline like Namkoong Min and Kim Ji-eun as the main actor and actress and Park Jin-woo as the supporting actor. Three of them have such a great chemistry working together and their acting were very on point.

I finished the 10-episodes drama in one weekend and I fell in love with their acting and hoping the 3 of them can make another season of the drama.

Great history and characters development

[thammylagares · 10/10 · 6 February 2023]

I watched this episodes so fast, because was so good, that I didn't even noticed the time pass. The lead actor embody two kinds of personalities so exquisite and sharp, that you can laugh out loud and be serious and touched by his performance. I can only congratulate the others two characters for the great addition to the story with keen interpretations of distinguished social status, but doing like the three belong together, with the same goal, and a greater cause, helping those in need, with a great extra of good chemistry.

Once again kdramas proofed that a magnificent serie can be done with the old vision of working hard and having parents with money (LOL), but within the law, and no romance is need it between the main characters.

Perfect From Start to End

[iamyathz · 10/10 · 2 April 2023]

This series has won my heart, it is perfect from the starting to the end there is no boredom, from starting of the first episode only it is so much interesting which made me to watch and continue on the go, they also took several story like cases which makes it more interesting to watch rather than telling one long story on whole series and also the acting is so perfect and also there are some comedy moments too I liked the concept of the 1 dollar lawyer and this should be one of the must watch list in the kdrama thing and they also ellaborated the main story at the end which made even more interesting overall i liked it....

Something-Something Inflation!

[Park_Min · 6/10 · 7 February 2024]

The drama had a good and gripping start with the trial and everything surrounding it but it was the only trial in the drama. The rest turned out to be something different. I wish we had more like that trial. Although the silliness and slacking around was fun at first but it got a little tiring later on and padding the drama with 3 full episodes of flashbacks with a serious tone wasn't enough. Despite its shorter runtime there were big inconsistencies rooming around, it's like they had 3 dramas with 3 different ideas shoved into one. However, the drama always felt like there was something missing to formula. I really liked the concept, it had much more to offer than we were shown. The characters and their dynamic had a lot of potential to be expanded upon. The cast also brought up a good performance to the screen. I found the murder case to be the weakest part of the drama and somewhat boring, it also took too much time before moving on to something else. Right just when we started to get real development the drama ended, that was really unfortunate. I don't think this will get season 2 based on what they've done with these 12 episodes.

Great Script + Great Acting = Great Series

[emw-08192 · 10/10 · 25 August 2023]

This features some really excellent script writing which pairs well with excellent performances by Min Namkoong and the entire cast. There's a lot packed into this series which works the present and past for all they're worth. Why is the fee only one dollar? That answer is revealed over the course of the series and it's definitely worth the watching wait. Some very serious legal/social issues are embedded making this far more than a comic romp. It's not. For romantics--yes, there's a love story. Pay attention because the shifts from present to past and back are subtle. Some great visual film work too.

Interest story

[arcuaza · 10/10 · 28 February 2023]

Awesome story ji hun a good charity and emotional too

Story is good

Best law kdrama on disney plus

And my favorite kdrama

He nailed the rule Ma ri character is also good and beautiful cute too I like the anime style intro

it made me think how would it look

if an anime is made on this

hope an anime anime will be build

Storyline 5/5 Cast 4/5 Comedy5/5

This Kdrama is better than any other kdrama specially the law kdrama

Ji hun lost his father than his love so emotional story bur finally he took revenge idk there will be season 2 or not but hope to get season 2 with the same cast and music is also emotional.

Not that great - very unreal

[nasimzhosein-695-794748 · 5/10 · 3 June 2023]

I am about half way through this show and it's not very good from a script perspective. The actors are wonderful great chemistry on screen but the scenes are way too silly and idiotic to be a "lawyer type show".

Spoiler alert: There is no court drama except for the first encounter between the male/female actors. After that it's just a set of stupid pranks that are setup to avenge the wronged party in each case not my judge or jury but by the male lead.

It would have been much better to actually use realistic scenarios and have the "one dollar team" try to win for the lesser people in society.

Watch it if you are into silly scenarios that are truly unrealistic. But if you are expecting logical and sensible dialogue then you will be disappointed.

It is perfect, because it's imperfect

[magesole · 10/10 · 14 April 2024]

This show has a number of flaws, which are nicely stated in other reviews. However, in my eyes the charm of the drama is The Mixture of its strengths and faults. As these series are vastly idealistic, it has little relation to the real world behaviours and outcomes, which makes its comedy parts stronger.

The main actors are superb, the script is well written and the story flows nicely, with only a few drops here and there, all the characters stay true to themselves (for me that is always a monumental plus) and the comedy is on point (even the cringey parts).

Could it have been made better? Dropped a bit of cringe, added some more subplot for the second leads? Of course. The problem of Perfection is that it does not have a completeness, a finish line, unlike the real life projects and people's energy levels. At some point someone has to say "it's good enough".

While watching this drama one can feel that it is made with love and care, no feeling of laziness. And I truly appreciate it.

Min Nam-koong shines again.

[lindamary99 · 10/10 · 29 January 2024]

As usual Min Nam-koong made this worth watching. His talents are never ending. One minute I am crying my eyes out in sorrow and the next crying with laughter. His acting skills and ability to surprise me with his humour and of course amazing looks make for a great watch.

Loved the cast, they all jelled well together, quirky humour and laugh out loud moments made this another one of my favourite shows.

Without spoiling things, I like the idea of the one dollar lawyer fee, the whole meaning being able to help everyone, no matter their status or wealth, the opportunity to have the aide and help given to everyone not just the rich.