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9/10
Fresh Take On Superhero Genre
animeexplainedfan13 August 2023
This series is so good that I can't express it. I have watched many Korean, Jap, English and American series that are not based on thriller, mystery and crime genre and can still be very much engaging and binge worthy, this is one of those shows.

I can easily recommend it to anyone without having second thoughts. Not being a mystery-thriller and still being able to grip us to the show is really something I appreciate about it.

Screenplay, Story, Plot are top notch.

If you're into Korean content it's a must watch.

If you're tired of the same old superhero movies and TV shows, check out Moving on Disney+. It's a fresh take on the genre that's way better than Secret Invasion and recent Marvel projects.
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9/10
Korean Heroes!
soeprijo1927 August 2023
When Tim Kring's Heroes first aired in 2006, I watched in awe. That series was a groundbreaking one (the first season only). Hiro Nakamura, Claire Bennet, Peter Petrelli, Niki Sanders, you named it and I can recall their fantastic moments in Heroes.

Fast forward 2023, South Korean launched their own superheroes drama series. I can't help but thinking about Heroes because the vibe was so similar. The beautiful Go Youn Jung was as pretty as the cheerleader Hayden Panettiere (save the cheerleader save the world right?!). The simple hearted Kim Bong Seok just as heartwarming as Hiro Nakamura. Electric man Cha Tae Hyun was just as tragic as Peter Petrelli.

One thing that differentiate Moving from Heroes was its POV. Every episode, we were treated with different vibes from different characters. One episode felt just like teenage K-Drama series, another one felt like office romance series, and the other would felt like mob movie. This really makes us wonder what comes next?!

A 20 episodes series that really grasp our attention 9/10.
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9/10
"You're not weird at all, just a bit special."
cile-chan17 August 2023
Moving is a big-budget Disney+ original series surrounding three high school students with genetic superhuman abilities living quietly with their retired parents. But their lives turn upside down when powerful organizations start to hunt them down one by one.

Moving is reportedly the most expensive Korean TV series to date and it really shows in the production. It has massive action sequences, and extensive fight scenes that get so graphic you'd think you're watching The Raid movies. The visual effects look fantastic and there's this stunning flying scene at the end of episode 7 that looks straight out of a hollywood superhero picture.

But the best thing about this series and why it works so much is because of the sublime casting. From the top acclaimed cast to the young leads, there's no weak link as everyone clearly delivers and it's satisfying to see the young actors keeping up and not being outshined by their seniors.

Another thing, despite the packed main characters with respective back stories, Moving's seamless shifts between the past events and present timeline keeps the mystery and anticipation active. It also truly helps that the protagonists who are taking us through the story are endearing and charismatic. And although this centers around people with super powers, it still feels very much grounded and the in-depth relationship between the characters is still the main aspect of the story.

Moving brilliantly blends action, drama, romance, humor, and creates this high-class and exhilarating superhero drama full of heart that we rarely see in Asian TV. Let's support quality content and stream Moving available worldwide on Hulu and Disney+.
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10/10
Must watch bestvof Korean superhero drama
krushna-patle9 August 2023
I didn't know about the comics. I never read it. But this is one of the best Korean TV series i watch in a while. The story about the childrens of intelligent agency who have superpowers like their parents. The story is so good and each of the characters played their role so well. There is so much emotional connection you will get with the main character. The best thing about the series is that you will get the real emotions of a person who has superhuman abilities but they are like all others with so much vulnerability. Just completed seven episode and they nailed it. Waiting for whole season now and I hope they renew for next one also.
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10/10
An intriguing story with an ensemble cast!
blahblahfriend16 August 2023
There are many things to love about this series! A stellar, ensemble cast; impressive production value; and an intriguing storyline with doses of action, adventure, mystery, coming-of-age, and rom-com--this is a bold entry by Disney into K-Dramas.

I felt the series was strongest when focusing on characters and their development. There were excellent use of flashbacks and clever editing showing different viewpoints. The family relationships added depth and relatability. It was possibly weakest with some of the plot development--the English dialogue and interactions between government agencies did not feel compelling or sufficiently fleshed out. But I am fully satisfied with this being character- and action-driven.

The series commits much to building the Moving universe and characters. It seems the producers and the writer (who also created the eponymous webtoon) might be interested in sequels and spinoffs using the stellar cast.

I am happy to see another big player like Disney entering the K-Drama arena. Given the company's recent financial struggles, I sure hope this turns out to be a great success and leads to further projects for us to enjoy!!
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10/10
A must watch series
tahiatasnimnazah10 August 2023
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I have heard about this series, Moving recently. I didn't pay off much attention to this. Today morning I suddenly saw that new episodes have been uploaded, so got curious and started watching the 1st episode. Ohhh my gooood!!! I am really glad I didn't miss this masterpiece. Full of supernatural twists! Han Hyo Joo always brings justice to all her characters. She really played a very good mother here. The way she raises her son is really amazing. Chemistry between Bong Seok and Hui Soo is pretty cute. Only 7 episodes are released. I know I am gonna have a lot of action scenes! More understanding would be shown among the supernatural workers I guess. I hope Gang Hoon gets along with his two classmates BS and HS. Bang Kisoo is giving me headache. I hope he doesn't make much chaos. Anyways, looking forward to the next episodes!!!!
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10/10
best Kdrama of the year
gestatweety10 August 2023
I've read the webtoon beforehand and watching the series,it got me more excited. I like the pacing and the transition between the children and their parents backstory one by one. I love the fight scene and the actors especially Han hyo joo being a mother is definitely a jackpot for the role. I cried my bawls out in ep 2 ans ep7. Bongseok is so cute and his scene with han hyo joo in ep 7 is the best, mother and son argument. You can feel their emotions. I am excited on seeing more episodes especially that cliffhanger in ep 7 wheres bongseok appa which is Zo in sung gracing the screen is so exciting. Its a must watch and hoping that it will be big as it is.
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10/10
MUST WATCH !!!!!
ashjoon10 August 2023
This kdrama has a very unique and new approach like never before. It is very exciting and keeps you wanting more and more after every episodes.

There are certain shots that are mind blowing. The special effects and camera work is too perfect. The way each and every character arch is shown is brilliant.

This new approach is definitely a big milestone. I hope everyone watches it because its sooo worth it. It's such a new concept and deserves to be seen. Its that good.

Kudos to the team for bringing a goosebumps worthy drama. Watched all 7 premiere episodes in one go. Cannot wait for more!!!!!

(Ps the character Kim bong seok, played by Lee Jung ha is adooooooooorable)
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9/10
Fresh
pawansrivastav-2686115 August 2023
I didn't know what I was getting myself into when I started watching it . I Just caught up with all 7 episodes and I must say, this show is just too good . From story to acting everything has sailed smoothly so far , this show has so much potential if it goes on the same path as it is right now , liked the action stuff as well as the music in it.

Show has so much too offer as the plot is not completely revealed , characters have also not shown as how much they can do with their powers.

I have not been watching a lot of kdrama lately but this came as a surprise, will continue watching as soon as I get to devour other episodes.
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7/10
Felt like work
xmasinswiss1 October 2023
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Watching these 20 hours felt like a full working week. I know my opinion won't be popular here but there we go.

I did like the actors - in fact, I know most of them from other Korean dramas and they're great.

The beginning of the series was nice, although I found myself trapped in a typical high school drama with the typical rampant bullying from thousands of other Korean stories, typical loves me / loves me me not, and so on.

Then the story, with no warning, abandons the three kids and goes into a multi-hour flashback telling full, increasingly gory back stories of every parent and then some.

In the end, it cuts to present and plunges us into a convoluted, overly long, 3-hour "final fight" where the same people endlessly revive. I was literally skipping ahead, saying "not another fight between these two, they've fought at least twice already!"

And then the stereotypes...

  • Lying, treacherous Americans? Check.


  • Brutal North Koreans, all living in bleak labor camps? Check.


  • Russian mafia, speaking with the thickest American accent in the shadow of a giant Lenin statue? Check.


I was so glad it when it was finally over.
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10/10
Best Korean TV Series of all time
1989blue11 August 2023
MOVING is like The best of all Time Korean TV Series so far, even I just finished watching 10 episodes (20 episodes for this Season)

Seung-beom Ryu gives the villain so deep emotions that I even feel so sad for what he has been through in the seventh episode.

Han Hyo Joo plays a single mom who raise a kid on her own. I have to say The first 10 mins of the second episode is so good that makes me cry a little bit.

By the way,Ryu Seung Ryong sells the fried chicken AGAIN...Haha the movie goers will find out it's a inner joke cus he plays a super funny role in the move Extreme Job. He sells the fried chicken for catching the drug dealer.
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7/10
Very good show, but too many fillers
paulyew-4512517 August 2023
This is certainly an ambitious show. Anytime you're dealing with any type of super human abilities, you are going to draw comparisons to Marvel series and other successful predecessors. This show definitely has elements of the Incredibles and X-Men series. The camaraderie among the high school students also gives the audience a bit of Harry Potter vibe. All of these elements combined sets up what appears to be a very enjoyable show. The cast is filled with many proven veteran actors and actresses and their performances certainly do not disappoint. For those who are not familiar with Korean actors and actresses, the show did manage to assemble a team of "Avengers" level performers. I have watched up to Ep. 8 now and I'm somewhat eager to complete the 20 episodes as they become available. I think this could certainly be an entertaining show for many. Perhaps many more seasons may follow.

However, I do want to warn anyone who has not seen the show about some of the problems they may have to deal with. The biggest problem for me was the inclusion of so many unnecessary scenes that make the show almost unbearable at times. There are too many gymnasium scenes, too many "vending machine" scenes, too much information about "Bungaeman" that really did not add any value to the show (I have a feeling there's more of this as future episodes give background info on other pivotal characters in the show). The show is based on an existing webtoon. Perhaps the slow pace works well for a format like webtoon. However, the slow character development simply does not work very well for the video format. Perhaps the commitment to create a 20-episode series is the reason or perhaps being too faithful to the source material is the problem. Whatever the case, the show will test the limits of your patience at times. This show could easily have been 9/10 or even better.
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5/10
Good start, well fleshed-out characters, but it forgot to have a plot. Switch your brain off for this one.
uproar-2593323 September 2023
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I think I realised it didn't know what it was doing after it came back from the flashbacks. Those last few episodes were truly horrid imo

**** Finale spoilers ***

The 'villain' characters' highly aimless plan to wander around the school searching for stuff, ppl doing stuff for no reason, and other things. A group of superpower ppl meeting up, fighting and then going home/dying was the purpose of the end episodes with not much else. The North's whole approach to everything was 'let's randomly do this and see what happens'. Rather than being a cool display of power, some of those fight scenes were super cringe. I really don't get what that NIS security guard's job was. I laughed when he emerged from nowhere at the end. Never did find out why Delinquent Dude was roaming around the school and his presence, plus that of Camera girl, added nothing to the story. I'd have liked to see just 1 conversation between the bus driver and his company explaining why he still has a job after totalling his bus yet again 😒 He also must have a superpower related to spotting ppl going about their business. The end felt like it was thrown together. For side characters, the number of times they mentioned they had a great purpose or story before dying, it started feeling like a metaphor for the show. That, and floaty boy's power. Just no substance. We even find out floaty boy grew up without a dad for vaguely ridiculous reasons.

It had something earlier in the season and I appreciated the character development. And then, lazy writing. Zero desire to watch s2.
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10/10
Marvel Should Be Very Careful
IMGuuDFAM15 August 2023
Marvel has been dominating the Superhero genre for over a decade now with minimal competition from DC i.e. Batman movies, Justice League (Zack Snyder edition), Wonder Woman pt1 but after these is a steep drop-off as far as competition. Enter Moving. I'm happy that it is spread out in episodes instead of one movie because each episode has you wanting more. I appreciate the relatable characters that allow you to enter their shoes emotion wise, especially the mother son disagreement in ep7. I hope they keep this formula and not veer off in fear of keeping up with Marvel. Marvel has been a bully and basically release anything because they know we will eat it up. Moving has the potential to give them competition.
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10/10
Nuanced Super Hero Stories With Heart
stuff-6641518 August 2023
I'm hooked and went through all 9 episodes on Hulu in a few days. Looking forward to the drop of the remaining 11 episodes. Love how the stories have unfolded for each character and how they may all be connected. Love the emphasis on humanity, bonds of family/friends and love stories. Really applaud the team for putting less emphasis on discovery & display of powers which is tiresome now - rather the revelations and use of powers have been to serve the stories and characters. Discovered Zo In Sung in Escape From Mogadishu and have been a fan since. Happy to report he's as dreamy as ever and a great romantic lead with a hint of regret and sorrow on this show.
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10/10
One of the best super human TV series ever.
bizzare-2850117 August 2023
Wow, I can't believe that a Korean TV drama can have this level of quality!

I've already read the original webtoon, but this TV drama introduces many new stories and characters that actually make it even better than the webtoon.

Each character's story is well-crafted, and the relationships among the different characters are well-structured.

This TV drama reminds me of one of the best TV series, 'Heroes'.

Its first season was truly remarkable, but it declined in quality from season 2 onwards...

However, I hope 'Moving' can have a fantastic finale.

For your information, 'Moving' serves as a sort of 'Season 1' of the webtoon.

Additionally, there is a 'Season 2' titled 'Bridge'.

Fortunately, each season features an independent story.

I recommend that you read the original webtoons, 'Moving' and 'Bridge', once this drama concludes.
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9/10
If Heroes (2006) were a K-Drama
WordsworthStone7 September 2023
And produced by Disney and not hindered by a writers strike and a budget with better production value and a better ensemble cast and written with pathos and strong world building and provenance away from typical superhero tropes.

It'd still be a hard comparison to this webtoon TV adaptation.

This is a great vehicle for Disney's first foray into S. Korean television production. It's a genre spanning, fantastical, coming-of-any-age heroes journey for the whole family. So many feels. Disney definitely took some tips from recent experiences and understood the new assignment.

When you tire of the Marvel multiverse on Disney+, hop on this bandwagon, far better watch.
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10/10
Mind blowing! Koreans do it better !
tofixtorepair1024 August 2023
I had no idea what I was getting myself into when I started watching this! I hardly ever write reviews but I had to with this one - this one offered grit, intense action scenes a lot of heartfelt moments very entertaining not a slow moment and the entire 11 episodes that I've seen I've never actually watched a Korean drama less intense. This is most definitely a unique and different take I know it's based on the Web Toon and I am all for it. I'm here for it. This gives me Quentin Tarantino vibes, but better I hope that Korea South Korea will continue to make amazing action packed dramas like this. !

Update: I had to come back and just say - this Korean series had a budget of 46 million- and is one of the most watched series of all time in Korean cinema if that doesn't speak volumes I don't know what does. Ep. 13 had me sobbing.
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10/10
The best
mpicson31 August 2023
I love all the characters from the main characters to the extra .I love all the actors truely a worth to watch series. So far the story makes you have mixed of emotions. You will anticipate every episodes on what will happen and what happened in the past of the parents back stories .I really hope itll be more popular cause it deserves more recognition from the A-list actors to the productions. Looking forward for more actions and fun scenes. Hopefully it will be a happy ending for all the MC's. I quite heartbroken for some scenes. Thank you disney plus..I might upgrade my subscription soon. Hehehe.
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6/10
Not bad but not good as people say
kellyfung20 September 2023
Pace too slow. Feeling fuzzy with those memories reviews through characters . How they handled those scene and also like the girl prepare to throw the weight to the guy before previewing the memory of how she learn to throw ball.. gosh...here I wanted to yell when watching, this is some kind of old school filming style and is too long to describe thingssss. This made me feeling like watching Captain Tsubasa. I cannot say this isn't an good one. The whole concept is quite good. Korean filming style has improved a lot but still can't get rid of this old fashion style. Simplify those script and shorten those unimportant theme, make it faster on a better rhythm. If a person have to f play fast forward which means this isn't an successful film.
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10/10
Real fantastic movie
vzyycv27 August 2023
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The series excels in its portrayal of the characters' emotional journeys. Each character is given depth and complexity, making it easy for viewers to connect with their struggles and triumphs. The writers skillfully weave together various storylines, allowing the audience to see how the characters' lives intersect and influence one another.

The acting performances in "Moving" have also been widely acclaimed. The cast members deliver authentic and heartfelt portrayals, making the characters feel genuine and relatable. The chemistry between the actors enhances the dynamics within the series, contributing to the overall immersive experience.

What sets "Moving" apart is its ability to balance different genres. It seamlessly blends drama, romance, and even moments of humor, creating a multi-dimensional narrative that keeps viewers engaged. The show's pacing is well-crafted, allowing for both intense emotional moments and quieter, introspective scenes.

Additionally, the production quality of "Moving" is noteworthy. The cinematography captures the beauty of the settings, adding to the overall visual appeal. The soundtrack complements the mood of the series, enhancing the emotional impact of key scenes.

While the series has received praise, some viewers might find certain plot elements predictable or occasionally reliant on familiar K-drama tropes. However, these elements do not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment of the show.

In summary, "Moving" is a TV series that has garnered positive reviews for its intricate storytelling, character depth, acting performances, and emotional resonance. If you're a fan of well-crafted dramas with a blend of heartwarming and thought-provoking moments, "Moving" is definitely worth adding to your watchlist.
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6/10
There are some political view but
shong-mbat15 September 2023
The original writer is very left-side person with pro-North Korea/China and anti-US views. He is actially very well known for his poticial view, so I knew the show can be pretty left-sided before I started to watch. Anyway, that is why this show also include his political view.

But other than political bias, the show itself is pretty entertaining and nice to spend some time when you are bored. It is very difficult to understand some plots, and some actor/actrss' actings are little furstrating. But it looks like typical Korean style actings, so it does not stop me watching. Overall, entertaining and fun to watch, but not one of best ones.
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4/10
Not worth it
fatimatkahmed19 August 2023
The concept of this show is very ambitious, however the pace of the show is very very slow and some of the dialogue doesn't really add much to the scenes also many of the main characters don't have a lot of range and fail to stir any emotions through their acting, very flat acting with not as much feeling as there should be. Also it can be hard to understand the plot at times and how certain things are connected to each other. They show many of the characters as passive beings in their own lives not doing anything about their own circumstances. Some good action scenes but dialogue and plot of the show could be a lot better the fact that it's about them having super human abilities is not enough to grip me I think they should have worked more on the premise of the show before bringing it up the screen.

Quick summary: some good action scenes but tired dialogue and slow pace I have watched the 9 episodes that have aired.
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10/10
supernatural, thriller, romance, gore
Rose007lily25 August 2023
I loved how they are connecting different stories together. New characters are introduced which makes it interesting. There is good dose of action and gore. Budget is super high , brilliant CGI. Once you get interested, it is brilliant binge watch. Cast is perfect. Actors have given solid 10/10 performance.

The starting episodes focus on the teens with super powers ( boy can float in air and girl doesn't get hurt ) and their budding friendship cum romance . It is sweet and adorable to watch. Their school is basically for such children only (even class president is super strong : can break tree with a fist bump) .Their parents also have super powers.

An agent is assigned to kill some people with special powers. They show story of man who can control electricity which is interesting.

After few episodes the boy's parents past life is shown ( how they met , their missions ) which was cool, thrilling, with pinch of pure love. His father can float and mother has extraordinary senses ( can hear even heartbeat, see very far away, smell all ingredients) .

His father's work partner doesn't get hurt. His story is shown. He fights many gangs , lot of gore scenes ( knife in back, gall bladder, etc) , he falls for a coffee delivery girl ( the romance is less but so sweet and satisfying).
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9/10
Must watch! Seoul-Powered Shenanigans: A Kimchi-Spiced Twist on Superheroes
Gareth_Wong23 August 2023
Move over, "Heroes," there's a new super squad in town, and they've got Seoul! This Korean supernatural drama is like a breath of fresh kimchi-flavored air in the superpower genre. It's got the perfect blend of heart, humor, and hair-raising abilities.

Picture this: a gang of characters with powers so cool, even your air conditioner would be jealous. Yet, they're not soaring around in spandex capes; they're just folks trying to keep their powers on the down-low, like secret ingredients in a spicy stew. The character development is so spot-on that you'll find yourself believing in supernatural abilities quicker than you can say "kimchi fried rice."

And the fighting scenes? Well, let's just say they're more electrifying than a K-pop dance-off. But it's not all about the flashy moves. The characters' quirks and camaraderie add a sprinkle of relatability to the mix. You'll be cheering for them as they dodge nosy neighbors while juggling mind-bending powers.

In a world where superhero shows can sometimes feel as crowded as a subway during rush hour, this drama carves its own unique path. So, if you're tired of clichés and craving a superpower series with Seoul, give this one a watch. It's like a spicy kimchi pancake for your TV cravings, and it leaves "Heroes" looking as outdated as last year's fashion trends.

Green lit the second series already!
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