Law and the City is becoming a major weekend favorite, and Lee Jong Suk is right at the heart of it.
The August 3rd episode of tvN’s weekend drama Law and the City reached its highest ratings so far, pulling in an impressive 6.6% in the Seoul area (peaking at 7.7%) and 6.1% nationwide (peaking at 7.2%), according to Nielsen Korea. The drama also took the #1 spot in its time slot across all cable and general programming channels.
With numbers like that, it’s clear that Law and the City is striking a chord—especially with office workers.
In the latest episode, Lee Jong Suk continues to shine as Ahn Ju Hyeong, a hard-working attorney slowly confronting the emotional weight of his job. His subtle yet powerful performance has been getting praise from viewers, who say his portrayal feels incredibly real and relatable.
While the story follows Ju Hyeong’s personal and professional struggles, there are no over-the-top scenes or dramatic outbursts.
Instead, Lee Jong Suk uses small details—like facial expressions and body language—to show how his character is quietly reaching a turning point. It’s this grounded acting that’s pulling audiences in week after week.
Many viewers say they see parts of themselves in Ju Hyeong’s journey—whether it’s staying silent at work, feeling stuck in a routine, or just trying to get through the day. Lee Jong Suk brings those feelings to life in a way that hits close to home for a lot of people.
As Law and the City heads into its final episodes, fans are eager to see where Ju Hyeong’s story goes next—and whether he’ll find peace in a life that has always felt out of balance.
With strong ratings and growing support from viewers, Law and the City is proving to be one of Lee Jong Suk’s most emotionally powerful roles yet.
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