
“Undercover Miss Hong” is capturing viewers’ attention by blending suspenseful storytelling with realistic reflections of the late 1990s, keeping audiences fully engaged.
The tvN weekend drama, directed by Park Seon Ho and Na Ji Hyun and written by Moon Hyun Kyung, continues to dominate the ratings.
Its 11th episode, aired on February 21, recorded an average nationwide rating of 10.6% across cable, IPTV, and satellite paid platforms, peaking at 12.6%.
In the Seoul metropolitan area, it averaged 10.7% and peaked at 13.1%, setting a new personal high.
The drama also ranked No. 1 in the tvN 2049 target audience nationwide and in the metropolitan area, maintaining the top spot across all channels in the same time slot.
Set against the backdrop of the 1997 financial crisis, widely known as the IMF crisis, the series naturally incorporates societal and historical elements into its story.
Retro props, character styling, and key events from the era give the drama depth and authenticity.
The drama also brings back the 1990s PC network culture through “Yeouido Pirates,” reflecting the era’s early online communication and social interactions.
By combining historical accuracy with thrilling storytelling, “Undercover Miss Hong” delivers compelling messages about resilience, teamwork, and clever problem-solving, while highlighting strong relationships and character growth.
Its mix of suspense, realism, and strong performances continues to resonate with audiences.
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