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Netflix's 'Hierarchy' was supposed to be the next big show, and then people watched it

The South-Korean teen romance series 'Hierarchy' stars NoJeong-ee and Lee Chae-min in pivotal roles

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Fans were ecstatic when Netflix announced the premiere of the South Korean teen romance drama, 'Hierarchy'.

Given the exceptional track record of the streaming giant Korean shows, it was anticipated that Netflix would be able to achieve similar success as it did with 'The Glory' and the recently concluded 'Queen of Tears'.

Unfortunately, Bae Hyeon-jin's school drama fails to impress fans, with many criticizing it as boring and even suggesting it was a complete waste of budget.

'Hierarchy' faces harsh criticism from the Internet

Fans flocked to X to voice their opinions about the show as soon as it debuted on Netflix, but regrettably, the majority of them were left disappointed, with many of them thrashing it left and right.

Sharing their opinion, a fan said, "Started and finished the new k-drama Hierarchy on Netflix and the first 4 episodes had all my attention but lost it completely 5-7."

Blasting the show, an X user said, "Had to drop this s**t show. I need everyone to take acting 101, like I can’t get passed ep.4. This is why I’m very strict when it comes to revenge plots in kdrama Def a waste of Netflix money, like why is the plot be so F****N A**S!!"

A disappointed fan stated, "Netflix should’ve flown in some consultants from spain and the uk if they wanted to do a good messy high school drama this budget deserved better."

"I just watched ep 1 of the new kdrama #netflix #hierarchy and I'm wondering what pretentious over stylistic rubbish did I just watched? It is the cliche of all cliche stuff in kdrama and the acting terrible, colour is gloomy and that isn't a school, it is a joke," said another X user.

Fans express disappointment with 'Hierarchy'

Viewers on X further expressed their opinions about the show, with many stating that the series was rushed and the acting of a few actors kept the show afloat.

Sharing their two cents a fan said, "So I finished all the episodes for Hierarchy on Netflix. Without spoiling the show— I was honestly disappointed. The acting for some of characters were honestly what kept me intrigued. It was truly rushed especially the end in my opinion."

Another added, "Kinda watched the new Netflix Kdrama called Hierarchy... And I slept Halfway through."

Another person labeled the show as weird and said, "Hierarchy is weird (to me).. i skip almost every part.. netflix series sometimes are so boring, like please hurry up, i want to watch all of us are dead s2.. or maybe give me wednesday s2 faster."

Criticizing the show as a financial waste, another added, "Hierarchy is the worst show Netflix has ever produced waste of budget." 

"Just watched hierarchy on netflix....um....not a fan," simply said an X user.

How to stream 'Hierarchy'?

You need to have an exclusive membership to watch the K-drama show on Netflix.

The streaming service offers various packages based on your budget. Full HD (1080p) streaming is available with the $6.99/month Standard Plan with advertising.

With the $15.49/month Standard Plan, you can stream in 1080p/full HD and use one account on two screens simultaneously. This plan does not include any advertisements.

Fans can watch 4K Ultra HD content simultaneously on up to four screens with the $22.99/month Premium Plan.

'Hierarchy' trailer