Oh My Ghost Clients

⭐️ Rating: 9/10

Oh My Ghost Clients surprised me in the best way with its unique and refreshing premise. It’s a rare blend of supernatural mystery, workplace drama, and social critique, all wrapped up in an engaging “case-of-the-week” format.

For me, Jung Kyung-ho has always been hit or miss — some of his roles have fallen flat for me, while others have been standouts — and I’m happy to say he delivered a strong, nuanced performance here. He made his character feel grounded and relatable, even in the more fantastical moments.

One thing I particularly appreciated was the show’s focus on its cases. Each episode tackles a new mystery, and every single one kept me invested. The cases are not just “whodunits” — they each reveal something poignant about greed, exploitation, unfair labor practices, and the dignity of the workers who are so often overlooked. The writing doesn’t shy away from showing how companies take advantage of people, but it does so in a way that feels human and not preachy.

There is a secondary couple whose romance turns out to be charming and heartfelt, and while there’s no strong central romance here, it didn’t really detract from my enjoyment because the mystery and social commentary were the real draw.

If you enjoy supernatural shows, mysteries, and series with a slice-of-life look at blue-collar struggles and social justice, this one is absolutely worth your time. I already find myself wanting to rewatch some of the more memorable cases — they’re that well done.

My one gripe is that the shorter episode count left a few threads underdeveloped. This could have easily been a full-length 16-episode series, and I would have gladly watched more. That said, the story as told feels complete.

Spoilers & Critique

One thing that did frustrate me at times was how restrained Jung Kyung-ho’s character was when he could have leaned on the law more. For example, the company forcing workers to come in for unpaid training and testing — clearly illegal — could have been used as leverage to pressure management and recoup some losses for his clients. I understand he was working pro bono at the behest of a deity, but it felt like a missed opportunity to really hammer home the idea of justice. Even a small stipend to keep his office afloat and cover his expenses would have been realistic and added depth to his character’s struggles.

Another weak point was the handling of his relationship with his wife. There just wasn’t enough development to make their reconciliation feel earned. She often came across as cold or unsympathetic, and the show didn’t give us much reason to root for them getting back together. With more episodes, they could have fleshed out her perspective and their shared history, making their reunion more satisfying and believable.

Final Thoughts

Even with those minor flaws, Oh My Ghost Clients is a gem — a smart, emotional, and socially-conscious supernatural mystery that balances its dark themes with heart and humor. I highly recommend it, and I hope more dramas take risks like this one did.

Synopsis

This is 2025 a South Korean legal comedy fantasy and action drama with 10, 70 minute episodes. Also known as Labor Attorney Noh Moo Jin.

Not to be confused with "Oh My Ghost" as I notice a lot of sites twist the two. This is not related to that series. Which is also a very good series. Noh Moo-jin (Jung Kyung-ho) just can't seem to catch a break in life. He quits his nine to five job after buying into an investment strategy. After that spectacularly falls through, his wife separates from him and he is down to his last pennies he takes the advice of a former mentor and uses his legal education as a basis to get a license as a labor lawyer. The mentor who pointed him on the path winds up embroiled in a scandal and the sure prospect of a job goes up in smoke. His sister-in-law Na Hee-joo (Seol In-ah) comes up with a money-making scheme where they go "audit" businesses and determine safety concerns then ask to be paid for identifying the issues without reporting them. During one such venture, Moo-jin has a near death experience and finds himself bargaining for his life. In return for him not dying in the accident the deity strikes a bargain where Moo-jin helps those who were wronged and wound up dying in the labor industry. Seeing ghosts and resolving their grievances by solving and bringing the offenders to justice, transforms Moo-jin into a warrior for labor justice. Go Gyeon-woo (Cha Hak-yeon), who is romantically interested in Hee-joo, utilized his skills as former reporter YouTuber content creator to capture their wild journey and turn it into another revenue stream . "Team Mujins," as they call themselves wind up tackling a variety of cases involving unfair and unsafe labor practices. The three transform into near con men to a legitimate voice for those that would have remained voiceless.

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