Park Eun Bin and Cha Eun Woo’s Netflix series “The WONDERfools” is off to a strong start.
According to Netflix’s TOP 10 website on May 20, “The WONDERfools” recorded 2.7 million views in just 3 days after its release on May 15. With this, the series ranked No. 6 on Netflix’s global TOP 10 non English shows list.
The drama also entered the TOP 10 list in 25 countries, including South Korea, Hong Kong, India, the Philippines, and Mexico.
“The WONDERfools” is a superpower comedy adventure set in 1999. It follows a group of ordinary people who suddenly gain special powers and try to protect the world from villains.
The series drew attention even before its release because it reunites “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” director Yoo In Sik with Park Eun Bin.
Viewers are responding well to the drama’s fun tone, warm atmosphere, and the chemistry between its unique characters. The story’s Y2K setting, light comedy, and colorful cast are also helping it gain attention from global audiences.
Foreign media also gave positive reviews. Decider praised the drama’s humor and charming characters, while South China Morning Post described it as a fun story that moves freely between genres.
India Today also noted that the Y2K setting adds a rich mood to the series, from the fashion to the end of century atmosphere.
With its strong global ranking, wide TOP 10 entry, and positive early response, “The WONDERfools” is quickly becoming one of Netflix’s most talked about new Korean releases.
