MBC’s “When the Phone Rings” Hits New Viewership Milestone Ahead of Its Finale
MBC’s hit romance thriller When the Phone Rings achieved a remarkable milestone on December 28, setting a new personal record for viewership ratings. According to Nielsen Korea, the latest episode garnered an impressive nationwide average rating of 7.5 percent, the highest in the drama’s run so far.
As the series enters its final week, fans eagerly anticipate how the story will unfold, with ratings consistently climbing week by week.
Other Weekend Drama Highlights
The weekend also saw impressive performances from other dramas across major networks:
Channel A’s “Check in Hanyang“
The historical drama achieved its highest Saturday rating yet, scoring an average nationwide rating of 2.2 percent for its third episode.
JTBC’s “The Tale of Lady Ok“
This period drama continued its upward trajectory with an impressive 8.1 percent nationwide rating, marking its best performance on a Saturday.
tvN’s “Love Your Enemy”
With only one episode remaining, this compelling drama scored an average nationwide rating of 3.9 percent, building anticipation for its series finale.
KBS 2TV’s “Iron Family”
Maintaining its dominance as the most-watched Saturday program, Iron Family drew an outstanding 15.4 percent nationwide rating.
Weekend Drama Viewership Trends
These latest ratings reflect the dynamic competition among South Korea’s weekend dramas, with audiences captivated by diverse genres ranging from romance thrillers to historical narratives. As the year comes to a close, the upward trend in viewership hints at a strong finish for several beloved shows.
Stay tuned for more updates on the final episodes and how these dramas conclude their record-breaking runs!
