Weak Hero_
Original: 약한영웅
"Stand to protect it."
With the aid of unexpected friends, a gifted but introverted student confronts bullies and violent foes — unaware of how dangerous his world will become.
Created By
You Su-min, Han Jun-hee
Network
Netflix
Episodes
16
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Netflix
21 countries
Kocowa
10 countries
Prime Video
FREE
1 country
C
Channel K Amazon Channel
1 country
FOD Channel Amazon Channel
1 country
O
OnDemandKorea
FREE
1 country
ALL REGIONS
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Weak Hero has 2 seasons with 16 episodes spanning 2022-2025.
Park Ji-hoon →
Rating
With a 8.6/10 rating from 352 votes, Weak Hero is considered highly rated.
Year context
Weak Hero first aired 4 years ago in 2022.
CAST (10)
SEASONS (2 seasons, 16 episodes)
SEASON 1Class 1
01
Episode 1
Si-eun is a model student who is always at the top of his school. Because he only cares about his studies, he has no friends…
02
Episode 2
Young-bin wants revenge on Si-eun for putting him in the hospital by hiring a couple of thugs he knows. Meanwhile, Si-eun gets closer to Soo-ho…
03
Episode 3
When Gil-su sees his boys beaten up to a pulp, he gets furious and asks who did it. Young-bin lures Si-eun, Bum-seok, and Soo-ho and…
04
Episode 4
Si-eun sees Soo-ho's blood on the floor and calls Young-yi for help. Gil-su tells Seok-dae to come, so Young-yi follows him with her GPS tracking…
05
Episode 5
While hanging out in a karaoke room with his friends, Bum-seok runs into the bullies from his previous school. Soo-ho makes them apologize, but Bum-seok…
06
Episode 6
Bum-seok befriends with Jeong-chan and Tae-hoon, he reeks of alcohol every day. Si-eun thinks Bum-seok is being used by Jeong-chan and Tae-hoon. He also thinks…
07
Episode 7
Si-eun gets beaten up by the guys Bum-seok paid to beat up Soo-ho. Si-eun gets seriously injured, but he doesn't tell Soo-ho about it to…
08
Episode 8
Si-eun and Young-yi get anxious as they can't get hold of Soo-ho for too long. After Si-eun finishes his exams, he hears the shocking news.…
SEASON 2Class 2
01
Episode 1
Still affected by what happened to Su-ho, Si-eun withdraws from others. Seo Jun-tae contemplates taking a stand against the bullies — despite the risks.
02
Episode 2
After being saved by Si-eun, Jun-tae attempts to befriend him — but both are soon dragged into Choi Hyo-man's revenge plot involving Go Hyun-tak.
03
Episode 3
While doing volunteer work as punishment for fighting, Si-eun begins to form a bond with new friends — but trouble continues to find him.
04
Episode 4
After Geum Seong-je crosses the line, Si-eun strikes a deal with Na Baek-jin — leaving Park Hu-min, Hyun-tak and Jun-tae alone in the violent crosshairs.
05
Episode 5
Worried for his father and backed into a corner, Hu-min confronts Baek-jin. Si-eun considers studying abroad after clashing with his distressed mother.
06
Episode 6
Si-eun, Jun-tae, and Hyun-tak seek out Hu-min, who has decided to work with Baek-jin to keep the peace. Still, Hu-min finds it difficult to comply.
07
Episode 7
As Si-eun's absence leaves a gap, Baek-jin presses on with his violent mission. In response, Hu-min rallies his school and challenges him to a showdown.
08
Episode 8
Hu-min, Hyun-tak and Eunjang students gather to engage in a final confrontation against Baek-jin's gang. In the end, who will prevail?
SERIES INFO
2
Seasons
16
Episodes
41 min/ep
Per Episode
Returning Series
Status
CREW
Creator
You Su-min
Creator
Han Jun-hee
NETWORKS (2)
Netflix
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DETAILS
First Aired
Status
Returning Series
Seasons
2
Episodes
16
Episode Length
41 min/ep
Language
Korean
Country
Rating
8.6/10 (352 votes)
Popularity
38
IMDB
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Weak Hero about?
With the aid of unexpected friends, a gifted but introverted student confronts bullies and violent foes — unaware of how dangerous his world will become.
Where can I watch Weak Hero?
Weak Hero is available on Netflix, Kocowa, Prime Video, Channel K Amazon Channel, FOD Channel Amazon Channel. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Weak Hero have?
Weak Hero has 2 seasons with 16 episodes total.
Who created Weak Hero?
Weak Hero was created by You Su-min and Han Jun-hee.
Who stars in Weak Hero?
The cast of Weak Hero includes Park Ji-hoon, Ryeoun, Choi Hyun-wook, Hong Kyung, Choi Min-yeong.
What is the rating of Weak Hero?
Weak Hero has a rating of 8.6 out of 10 based on 352 votes on TMDB.
Is Weak Hero still running?
Weak Hero is currently active with a status of "Returning Series."
GENRES (2)
Action & Adventure
Drama
