Second lead syndrome is a term we often hear among film and TV drama fans. It’s basically wanting the second lead to end up with the main lead rather than her intended partner (a.k.a. the first lead). Or, well, wishing that you, as a viewer, end up with someone like the second lead in the film or TV drama that you’re watching. But what exactly is the logic behind second lead syndrome and why do we often find ourselves loving this trope over and over again?