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By Joly Herman
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Violent, long-winded genie story is awkward, chaotic.
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Genie, Make a Wish
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What's the Story?
In GENIE, MAKE A WISH, a genie (Kim Woo-bin, Officer Black Belt) has been searching for a being "made of clay" for hundreds of years. He's stuck in a lamp in the middle of the desert. During a trip to see her estranged mother in Dubai, Ka Young (Bae Suzy, Doona!) stumbles upon a lamp in the desert. The genie is awoken, released, and is ready to serve her whether she wants his help or not.
Is It Any Good?
This chaotic and awkward comedic fantasy's dark messages fail to impress. The jokes don't land in Genie, Make a Wish, but the sadism does, making for an uncomfortable blend.
Though the self-satisfied K-drama boasts an ample production budget, it holds little substance. Teens and families can find better combinations of fantasy and comedy elsewhere.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Parents can talk about empathy in Genie, Make a Wish. How do emotions allow humans to feel more connected to each other? What happens to the human experience when we don't have empathy for one another?
Characters in this show persevere to achieve their desires. What happens when they reach their goals?
The main character in this show was born as someone who is desensitized to the feelings of others. Is it possible that violence in shows and games desensitizes people, too? Check out this article to find out.
TV Details
- Premiere date : October 3, 2025
- Cast : Bae Suzy , Kim Woo-bin , Go Gyu-pil
- Genre : Drama
- Topics : Adventures , Family Stories , Fantasy ( Fairy Tales , Magic , Monsters ) , Friendship
- Character Strengths : Empathy , Perseverance , Self-control
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- Last updated : October 8, 2025
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