The Veil is worth watching just for that 1-minute montage in the first episode of Namgoong Min working out with his muscles bulging and his skin glistening with sweat...

But all jokes aside, this is a good action drama. I wouldn't say its plot is anything unique or new, but it definitely leaves you wanting more at the end of each episode. I also applaud MBC for not censoring any of the gore, which enhances the realistic, gritty feel of the drama.

I will say that the plot has so many threads, it's best not to binge watch the whole thing, or you'll miss something. Take it slow and savor each episode, pay attention to seemingly throwaway lines, and take note of small and seemingly insignificant scenes. There will be a lot of characters, and not all of them stick around, but they all have something significant to add to the plot. I rewatched the show before watching the finale, and it made me realize just how many seemingly minor details I had forgotten now had new significance after seeing the later episodes.

I especially enjoyed Ji Hyuk's personal development as he allowed himself to open up (if only a tiny bit) to trusting again, as Je Yi slowly pushed past all the walls he'd put up. I'm a sucker for those types of relationships (romantic or not).