SBS’s Friday-Saturday drama Phantom Lawyer is gaining strong attention after a shocking ending where Yoo Yeon Seok’s character is urgently arrested as a murder suspect, while also ranking No.1 in ratings.
Episode 5 recorded 9.0% in the Seoul area, 8.7% nationwide, and a peak of 10.3%, taking first place in its time slot and among all Friday programs. The 2049 target rating reached 2.3%, proving the drama’s rising popularity.
In this episode, Shin Yi Rang takes on the case of genius scientist Jeon Sang Ho, who appears as a spirit and even possesses him.
The shocking truth reveals that Jeon Sang Ho was killed by his wife, Kim Soo Jung. However, he does not want her to be punished, blaming himself for neglecting her during her difficult time with childcare and postpartum struggles.
Kim Soo Jung, who is on trial for her husband’s death, was first found not guilty due to lack of evidence. But the case takes a turn when new evidence is found, including blood traces and analysis suggesting there may be another person involved.
During the trial, she suddenly confesses, saying, “I killed my husband alone,” while strongly denying any accomplice.
Han Na Hyun begins to suspect that the confession may not be true and starts looking deeper into the case. As more details come out, questions grow about hidden connections and whether someone else is being protected.
At the same time, Shin Yi Rang shocks Han Na Hyun by claiming that key details about the case came from Jeon Sang Ho’s spirit.
When he shows the formulas written during possession, the handwriting matches Jeon Sang Ho’s, leaving her in disbelief.
Tension rises when Shin Yi Rang confronts a key figure and shouts, “Why did you kill me!” showing intense emotions.
However, the situation suddenly changes when police arrive and reveal that gloves with his fingerprints were found near the body disposal site.
In a shocking final moment, Shin Yi Rang is urgently arrested as a murder suspect, even as he protests his innocence, leaving viewers eager to see what happens next.
Episode 6 will air on Saturday at 9:50 PM.
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