'Red Swan': Disney+ K-drama show's 'perfect' finale ending leaves fans in tears
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: With its thrilling conclusion, 'Red Swan' on Disney+ has soared to new heights, leaving audiences eagerly praising its remarkable storytelling and stellar performances. This South Korean drama, starring Kim Ha-neul and Rain, has captivated viewers with its compelling mix of romance, drama, and suspense.
Created by Choi Yoon-jung and directed by Park Hong-kyun, the series unfolds around Oh Wan-soo, whose seemingly perfect life unravels after discovering her husband’s affair. This revelation ignites a dramatic whirlwind of betrayal and emotional turmoil, leading to a gripping narrative filled with unexpected twists.
Across its 10 episodes, 'Red Swan' masterfully blends intense action sequences with deep, engaging character dynamics, keeping viewers hooked from start to finish. The show's potent combination of high-stakes drama and sizzling on-screen chemistry has resonated strongly with fans and critics alike, solidifying its place as a standout hit in South Korean television.
Fans can’t stop talking about 'Red Swan’ finale's shocking twists and turns
'Red Swan' has left fans buzzing with excitement as the finale has sparked a flurry of reactions, with viewers expressing their heartbreak over the tragic fate of beloved characters like Kim Yong-guk and the shocking revelations about Han Sang-il and Kim Yong-min.
Despite the emotional rollercoaster, many are praising the show's powerful performances and intense plot twists, especially the standout portrayals by Kim Ha-neul and Seo Yi-sook. Fans are enamored with the way Seo Do-yoon and Oh Wan-soo's story concluded, eagerly awaiting the promise of a reunion filled with hope and love.
While some are disappointed by the open ending, the show's masterful blend of romance, suspense, and drama has resonated deeply, making "Red Swan" a standout hit that will continue to be discussed and celebrated long after its final episode.
Fans are heartbroken over Yong=kook's fate, a user expressing frustration with Han Sangil and Kim Yong-min for their roles in the tragic turn of events wrote: "Writers did yongkook dirty my heart is torn into pieces I am dumbfounded istg everybody say f**k y** han sangil and kim yongmin!!!!!"
writers did yongkook dirty 😭😭😭 my heart is torn into pieces I am dumbfounded istg everybody say fuck you han sangil and kim yongmin!!!!! #RedSwan #RedSwanEp10 pic.twitter.com/IQbQDQ8okG
— marj 📚 (@reollimargarett) July 31, 2024
Despite mixed feelings, some viewers appreciated the thoughtful ending of 'Red Swan,' hoping for a future reunion of the main couple: "Indeed! I love how they end it that way and wait for the right time and place to meet again."
Indeed! I love how they end it that way and wait for the right time and place to meet again. 🫶🏻 #RedSwan https://t.co/Ed4JD71ROr pic.twitter.com/2w7TSiaaZi
— Ma Ri (@heeseonnie) August 1, 2024
Supporters of Seo Do-yoon celebrate his unwavering love for Oh Wan-soo, like this user: "If this is an open ending for you, I tell you, Seo Do Yoon didn't come empty-handed. He came to volunteer and pursued Oh Wan Soo. His love for her is still intact. He will date her with marriage in mind."
If this is an open ending for you, I tell you, Seo Do Yoon didn't come empty-handed. He came to volunteer and pursued Oh Wan Soo. His love for her is still intact. He will date her with marriage in mind.
— Ma Ri (@heeseonnie) August 1, 2024
Hahaha! 🫠🥰💗#RedSwan pic.twitter.com/Gm6ajmqGGp
One fan wishes they could experience the emotional impact of 'Red Swan' for the first time again and wrote: "Innermost desire: i wish i could watch it again for the first time."
innermost desire: i wish i could watch it again for the first time #redswan #ohwansoo #seodoyoon pic.twitter.com/xLaOKG2XOF
— lia ✰ (@wonyouthinker) August 1, 2024
Viewers are shocked by the intense family drama during the will reading, highlighting a dramatic confrontation between half-brothers: "Telling your half brother he’s a b****d at the reading of the will is insane."
Telling your half brother he’s a bastard at the reading of the will is insane 😭 #RedSwan #RedSwanEp9 pic.twitter.com/xlNJ3PChYq
— itsme___tina (@dancezwitwolves) August 1, 2024
On the other hand, the open ending of 'Red Swan' has left some fans longing for more: "Another open ending ughhhhhhhh. like sure, it seems obvious they are gonna be together eventually, but we should have gotten to see some of their happiness together. sigh."
another open ending ughhhhhhhh. like sure, it seems obvious they are gonna be together eventually, but we should have gotten to see some of their happiness together. sigh. #redswan
— ash (skyline) (@fiys_dramas) August 1, 2024
Along with everything, Kim Ha-neul’s standout performance in 'Red Swan' has left fans in awe: "OF COURSE, I WILL FOREVER TALK ABOUT YOU, KIM HANEUL! THE HECK OF AN ACTRESS YOU ARE! THE WAY YONGKOOK CONFESSED EVEN THOUGH HE'S SUFFERING?! THE WAY WANSOO WAS SO AFRAID, MISERABLE, AND OVERWHELMED ALL AT ONCE?! DAMNNN!"
OF COURSE, I WILL FOREVER TALK ABOUT YOU, KIM HANEUL! THE HECK OF AN ACTRESS YOU ARE! THE WAY YONGKOOK CONFESSED EVEN THOUGH HE'S SUFFERING?! THE WAY WANSOO WAS SO AFRAID, MISERABLE, AND OVERWHELMED ALL AT ONCE?! DAMNNN!#RedSwan #RedSwanEp10 #kimhaneul pic.twitter.com/69eKd61zZ7
— ًeiah (@serexiyah) August 1, 2024
While, Seo Yi-sook’s performance has also impressed fans: "SEO YISOOK OR PARK MIRAN, THE FREAKING ACTRESS THAT YOU ARE! LOOK AT THAT TEARS FLOWING WHILE MISERABLY CRYING OUT OF EMBARRASSMENT AND REALIZATIONS. DAAAAAAMMMMMNNNN!"
SEO YISOOK OR PARK MIRAN, THE FREAKING ACTRESS THAT YOU ARE! LOOK AT THAT TEARS FLOWING WHILE MISERABLY CRYING OUT OF EMBARRASSMENT AND REALIZATIONS. DAAAAAAMMMMMNNNN!🔥#RedSwan #RedSwanEp10 #seoyisook #kimhaneul #jungjihoon pic.twitter.com/W4szUt1XO3
— ًeiah (@serexiyah) August 1, 2024
'Red Swan' a triumphant love story amidst critical plot points
Despite the showered love for 'Red Swan,' the series finale has left some viewers feeling mixed. While many are relieved to see the main leads, Seo Do-yoon and Oh Wan-soo, find happiness, others felt the ending was rushed, with a time skip that left them wanting more.
The show’s pacing and character deaths, including the intense scenes involving Yong-min's wife and the high body count, drew criticism for their abruptness. Overall, while 'Red Swan' captivated audiences with its drama and romance, the final episodes left some fans wishing for a more satisfying and cohesive wrap-up.
A user feels the ending of 'Red Swan' was rushed with a time skip and wrote: "Finished watching the last ep of red swan and the ending felt rushed with a time skip and glad that the main leads are happy."
finished watching the last ep of red swan and the ending felt rushed with a time skip and glad that the main leads are happy pic.twitter.com/XFPCu95aXS
— liz (@heartisics) August 1, 2024
Another user makes a sarcastic remark when he finds Yong-min's wife terrifying when she speaks English: "Yongmin wife scary as hell when she speaks English."
Yongmin wife scary as hell when she speaks English 😭 #RedSwan #RedSwanEp9 pic.twitter.com/g9hBuV1dSd
— itsme___tina (@dancezwitwolves) August 1, 2024
On the other hand, a user is bewildered by the high body count questioning why so many characters are being killed off: "WHY IS EVERYONE BEING KILLED?????"
A user appreciates the finale of 'Red Swan' but wished for a more engaging progression throughout the series and penned: "The last ep of Red Swan delivered, a good ending to the show I was hoping for more overall, it progressed too slowly for me."
The last ep of Red Swan delivered, a good ending to the show
— Mo (@AyoMo87) July 31, 2024
I was hoping for more overall, it progressed too slowly for me
The finale of Red Swan has undeniably stirred a whirlwind of emotions among fans, leaving them captivated by its dramatic twists and intense character arcs. The show's concluding moments have sparked a wave of reactions, from heartbreak over Kim Yong-guk's tragic fate to admiration for the gripping performances of Kim Ha-neul and Seo Yi-sook.
The show's blend of romance, suspense, and drama has resonated deeply, solidifying its place as a standout hit. Despite the mixed emotions, Red Swan's powerful storytelling and exceptional performances ensure it will remain a topic of discussion and celebration long after its final episode.
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