Based on a webcomic of the same name, Hellbound Season 1 or Jiok on Netflix is a Korean dark fantasy drama. When supernatural beings appear out of nowhere and start condemning “sinners” to hell, it forms the basis of an orthodox religious group, New Truth Society, that believes in divine justice. Can humans cope with this new world order? Watch Hellbound on Netflix to find out.
Where to Watch Hellbound Season 1
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How Many Episodes Are in Hellbound Season 1?
There are six episodes in Hellbound season one, with a second season forthcoming. The runtime of the episode averages between 42-60 minutes. You can check the complete list of Hellbound episodes and their release date below.
- “Episode 1”: November 19, 2021
- “Episode 2”: November 19, 2021
- “Episode 3”: November 19, 2021
- “Episode 4”: November 19, 2021
- “Episode 5”: November 19, 2021
- “Episode 6”: November 19, 2021
What Are the Critics Saying About Hellbound Season 1?
Hellbound Season 1 has an official critics rating of 97% and an average audience score of 70% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Kayleigh Donaldson from IGN Movies writes, “Hellbound may be endlessly bleak, but its mercilessly sharp focus on humanity’s hypocrisy and evangelical panic reveals a highly gripping drama that holds no punches in exposing our true darkness.”
South China Morning Post’s Pierce Conran says, “The shows many thrilling scenarios present contemporary parallels with issues that bitterly divide us today, from social inequalities to Covid-19 vaccinations and global warming denialism.”
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Is Hellbound Season 1 Suitable for Kids?
Hellbound Season 1 is rated TV-MA, which means it is meant for viewing by mature audiences only. The content material is not suitable for children under 17.
How Can I Watch Hellbound Season 1 in Its Original Language?
Hellbound Season 1 is originally in Korean. To watch Hellbound Season 1 in its original language, set language settings to Korean with English subtitles from the menu options of your streaming device.