SBS drama ‘Phantom Lawyer’ drew attention with a shocking ending as Yoo Yeon Seok’s character was placed in a life or death situation, while the show recorded solid ratings.
According to Nielsen Korea, Episode 12 recorded 6.3 percent in the metropolitan area, with a peak of 8 percent. The drama also reached 2.2 percent among viewers aged 20 to 49, showing steady performance.
The episode followed the investigation into a child kidnapping case, where key clues led to a shocking discovery. A suspect suddenly revealed his true intentions, asking, “How did you find out?” before exposing his involvement in a serious crime.
It was revealed that the suspect had committed the crime before and was holding another child, raising the tension. During the confrontation, Yoo Yeon Seok’s character worked to rescue the child despite the danger.
In the process, he was shot by the suspect, leading to heavy bleeding. Even in that condition, he continued trying to save the child and managed to reach the hospital before collapsing.
The episode ended with a shocking moment as he lost consciousness, leaving viewers questioning his condition after being placed at the center of a “life or death” situation.
With its intense storyline and rising tension, ‘Phantom Lawyer’ continues to capture attention while maintaining stable ratings.
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