Consistently riveting, The First Responders vaunted dauntless and appealing characters worth rooting for in the second season!
What’s not to love about hanging out with the cast and following the story of The First Responders?
It is such a breather from crime investigative dramas for the smart crime stories integrated as well as adorable humor interspersed in the plot.
- Main Leads: Kim Rae Won | Son Ho Jun | Gong Seung Yeon |
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Episode Recaps: 01| 02| 03| 04| 05| 06 & 07 | 08| 09 & 10 | 11| Final Episode Quick Recap + Series Review |
The First Responders Final Episode Highlights
After resolving Hyun-seo’s case, Ho-gae deems he’s not qualified for the career he valiantly fought to keep.
But when a spree of arson cases emerged, Do-jin seeks his help to crack the case.
Discovering the culprit makes use of the knowledge of amplifying heat to trigger the arson cases, Taewon police and firefighters successfully tracked the arsonist at another fire he caused.
Ho-gae and Do-jin proceed to a station center from above, but just when they went in, the fire blazes to an unimaginable extent.
The First Responders Quick Plot Recap
Touted as “jindo dog” in the Regional Violence and Crimes Unit Jin Ho-gae (Kim Rae Won) ferociously catches criminals like a dog. However, his last target is a man of power and led to his being transferred to the suburb after refusing to show remorse in beating an alleged culprit of powerful background.
Joining the team of his old mentor, he often collaborates in a joint response operation with aewon firefighters. Thus, he establishes connections with Bong Do-jin (Son Ho Jun) and paramedic Song Seol (Gong Seung Yeon).
From there, they work to resolve crimes and catch perpetrators. But his journey keeps being thwarted by his father’s ambition and meddling.
The First Responders Series Highlights
Fast-Paced Polished and Unique Crime Storyline
Time swiftly moves in the riveting episode structure of The First Respondents! Neat and quick-flowing, the series nicely-concocted emotional and thrilling moments to interesting joint ventures of the police and firefighters making the series a worthy watch.
Notably, the series has really this habit of tweaking normal crimes into an engrossing narrative to watch. From juvenile crime, abusive romance, insurance fraud, dysfunctional family relationships, and serial arson; the series ensured that corresponding messages meant to be imparted were soundly delivered.
We often get stories exploring the police workaround in South Korea. This time, more elaborate knowledge about fire, survival information, and medical first aid administered by people in charge of public safety was soundly presented.
Moreover, the procedures done by firefighters like visual investigation walkthroughs and the police’s modern forensic techniques in cracking cases reel viewers to get an unusual flavor of crime delving.
Meticulous investigations like live gait analysis, technicalities of blood sample results from the police officers as well as the live simulation of how the arson was executed by the firefighters were engaging notes bolstering the addicting hook of the series.
From the separate probing done by the detectives and firemen to how the results of their crime delving amalgamate; The First Responders neatly delivers a unique story.
Superb Lead Cast Synergy
Amidst the riveting flow of the story, The First Responders did not neglect the focus on the individual struggle of the lead characters.
In terms of character limning, the attention of the lead stars to own it with distinct bravado is notable. At the same time, the supporting characters are equally invested resulting in a spectacle every week.
Living to see Ho-gae’s cute quips each week really makes sense. Moreover, the trio’s interaction makes the narrative more engaging.
Exceptionally, while individual pains and motivations of the lead cast were presented; the narrative remain focused on the big picture that also looped them all in the process.
The First Responders Series Musings
Acquainting viewers with codes the police and firemen forces use; The First Responders secured an engaging presence. Banking on clever use of crime scenarios, this continuing charming point of the series really drives the engrossing appeal since the cases presented are common but ingeniously presented.
Watching The First Responders gives us an idea of how tough the work of the police and firefighters is in a joint operation. Being kind enough would at least provide encouragement to them, especially, when not all people can be in that risky line of work.
To be honest, there’s some part that is really disconnected from the story as a whole. But we can give the benefit that it would be relieved after the next season.
With or without a love line, this series can hold its charm just the same, and that’s another interesting facet of the narrative.
Obviously, there’s a lot to look forward to in the next season, given that explosive cliffhanger. But we can be assured that Jindo dog and Bulldozer will of course survive since they top-bill the series.
How would the male leads survive their predicament? Will Ho-gae really leave the police force? What will happen now to Jin Chul-jung now that Assemblyman Ma is dead?
International fans can watch the first season of The First Responders on Disney+. The second season targets July 2023 airdate!
Relive the best moments of The First Responders through its original soundtracks below.
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