The First Responders

In this Korean drama, a police station and a nearby fire station form an uneasy alliance as they confront brutal crimes and deadly emergencies that put a city on edge. Jin Ho-gae, a seasoned detective, teams with Bong Do-jin, a fearless firefighter, to chase leads through crime scenes and burning wreckage. Song Seol, Yun Hong, and Kong Myeong-pil add depth with their own personal stakes and loyalties. The two services share corridors, radios, and a clock that never stops ticking, forcing quick decisions under pressure. Across high stake cases and tragic moments, the series examines what it takes to stay focused, brave, and humane when lives hang in the balance.

Directed by Shin Kyung-soo and created by Min Ji-eun, The First Responders released in 2022. The ensemble is led by Kim Rae-won as Jin Ho-gae, Son Ho-jun as Bong Do-jin, and Gong Seung-yeon as Song Seol.

Reception highlights the show for its urgent pace and the way it blends police procedure with firefighting action. It also centers on themes of teamwork under pressure, moral resilience, and the emotional cost of saving lives, offering grounded drama amid explosive twists.