According to Nielsen Korea, the drama’s first episode achieved a 7.2% viewership rating in the Seoul metropolitan area, rising to 9.8% by the second episode, marking a successful start. It reached a peak viewership of 10.4%, with a 2049 (viewers aged 20~49) rating of 3%, making it the top drama for Saturday.
Park Shin-hye takes on the role of Kang Bit-na, a judge who is possessed by a devil, showing a strong presence as a wicked yet charismatic anti-hero. Kim Jae-young plays Han Da-on, a cold but warm-hearted detective, showcasing unique chemistry with Park Shin-hye. This drama is an action fantasy where the devilish judge Kang Bit-na and the humane detective Han Da-on team up to punish evil.
In this project, Park Shin-hye presents a completely new side of herself. Known for her typically virtuous roles, she transforms into a devil, with her appearance and behavior completely altered. She also performs intense action scenes, with her drastic acting transformation being a major highlight. Kim Jae-young, on the other hand, captivates viewers with a warm yet strong character. Playing the role of a crime investigator with a strong sense of humanity, his unique chemistry with Park Shin-hye is highly anticipated. His charm, which could even move a devil, is expected to captivate many hearts.
The core of the drama is its satisfying storyline, where criminals who escape the law are brought to justice. Park Shin-hye, portraying an unforgiving judge, delivers ruthless justice and is set to give viewers an intense sense of catharsis. How the devil’s version of justice will unfold and the thrilling plot developments are highly anticipated. The drama features a cast of unique characters played by actors like Kim In-kwon and Kim Ah-young, blending dynamic action and romance. “The Judge from Hell” promises non-stop entertainment with its rich story and strong characters.
How many episodes does “The Judge from Hell” have? The drama is set to have 14 episodes, airing until November 2nd. You can catch replays on OTT platforms like Wavve and Disney+. “The Judge from Hell” is an original work by writer Jo Yi-soo, without an original webtoon. Therefore, the ending is even more unpredictable.
Meanwhile, the show airs every Friday and Saturday at 10 p.m. on SBS.