MBC’s Friday Saturday drama The Judge Returns continues its strong run as it topped its time slot and delivered another impressive ratings result.
According to Nielsen Korea, episode 10, which aired on January 31, recorded 11.7% in the metropolitan area and 10.9% nationwide, ranking No. 1 among all dramas airing at the same time. The drama once again proved its popularity as a must watch weekend series.
The episode also reached a peak rating of 14.9% nationwide, showing a sharp rise in viewer attention during a tense confrontation scene.
A line delivered over the phone, saying, “Your son will have to pay the price,” left a strong impression and became one of the most talked about moments of the night.
Starring Ji Sung, The Judge Returns continues to draw praise for its fast paced story and intense atmosphere. Ji Sung’s portrayal of a judge standing at the center of power struggles has been a major driving force behind the drama’s steady ratings.
The drama also performed strongly in the key 20–54 age group, recording 4.1%, which ranked No. 1 among all programs aired that day.
With this result, The Judge Returns took first place overall across both Friday and Saturday, confirming its dominance in the weekend drama lineup.
With high ratings, strong buzz, and growing anticipation for what comes next, The Judge Returns is firmly establishing itself as one of the most talked about Korean dramas of the season. Episode 11 will air on February 6 at 9:50 PM KST on MBC.
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