Korean Drama Resident Playbook Achieves Highest Rating, Ready to Enter the Second Phase of Broadcasting

With this achievement, Resident Playbook successfully surpassed other dramas in the same time slot. This is an extraordinary feat considering that Saturday typically has lower viewership numbers.

Resident Playbook also became the most-watched among viewers aged 20-49 during that time slot, with a rating of 2.7%. This achievement indicates that the drama is highly relevant to the young and productive audience segment.

2. Dominance Among Viewers Aged 20-49

In addition to achieving high ratings overall, Resident Playbook has also become a favorite among viewers aged 20-49 with an average rating of 2.7 percent. This achievement indicates the appeal of this drama in the young and productive viewer segment.

This drama successfully creates a strong emotional connection, making viewers feel engaged in every episode. With relatable characters, many feel inspired by their life journeys. Resident Playbook is not just a show, but also conveys relevant messages.

3. Synopsis: The Struggles of Residents in the Medical World

The life of a first-year resident doctor (Image by mydramalist)

This drama follows the lives of four first-year resident doctors in the obstetrics and gynecology department of Jongno Yulje Medical Center. Oh Yi-young, Pyo Nam-kyung, Kim Sa-bi, and Um Jae-il must face professional pressures, medical emergencies, and emotional conflicts in a work environment that is harsh yet full of solidarity.

Each character has a different background, but they all share the same goal of becoming competent doctors. Through the various challenges they face, viewers are invited to witness how they grow and develop, as well as to feel the difficulties of being a doctor in a high-pressure world.

4. Main Characters and Relationship Dynamics

Go Youn-jung plays Oh Yi-young, a former intern who returns to the medical world after a past failure. Together with her colleagues, they face various complex medical cases while forming dynamic professional and personal relationships.

Each character has their own uniqueness and challenges, making this drama even more interesting. The dynamics of the relationships between characters are also one of the main attractions that keep the audience eagerly awaiting the continuation of the story. This adds depth to the narrative and makes the audience feel more connected to the characters.

5. A Spin-Off That Successfully Captured Attention

Hospital Playlist (Image by mydramalist)

As a spin-off of Hospital Playlist, Resident Playbook offers a new perspective from the world of Yulje Medical Center, focusing on the obstetrics and gynecology department. This time, the story highlights the experiences of young doctors and the early challenges in building a medical career, presenting a more raw and pressured narrative compared to their seniors in the previous series.

With a strong background and deep characters, Resident Playbook successfully captures the audience's attention. This spin-off not only manages to maintain the quality of the story but also adds an intriguing new dimension. This makes Resident Playbook a must-watch for fans of Korean dramas.

6. Anticipation for Upcoming Episodes

With impressive ratings achieved at the beginning of the second half, viewers are increasingly looking forward to the continuation of the story, especially how these characters develop emotionally and professionally. The deepening focus of the story becomes a strong attraction for the upcoming episodes.

Fans are very curious about the conflicts and challenges that the residents will face in the future. Each episode seems to bring unexpected surprises, making viewers even more invested in the story.

(kpl/sfa)