Korean Drama with the Highest Rating Throughout May 2024, Have You Watched It?

Kapanlagi.com - In the fourth week of May 2024, several Korean dramas accompanied viewers with various genres, ranging from romantic comedies to crime stories. Some of them have achieved high ratings and attracted viewers' attention.

Want to know which dramas have reached the highest popularity? Here's a summary.

1. Chief Detective 1958 (10.6%)

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Chief Detective 1958 became the first drama to achieve the highest rating in the second week of May, with a rating of 10.6 percent. This drama features Lee Je Hoon and Lee Dong Hwi as the main characters. The rating marks the end of the success of the prequel drama from the classic Korean series, Chief Inspector, which lasted for 18 years from 1971 to 1989.

Next, the time slot previously occupied by Chief Detective 1958 will be replaced by the drama Bitter Sweet Hell, which will start airing on Friday (24/5).

2. The Midnight Romance in Hagwon (4.8%)

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Korean Drama The Midnight Romance in Hagwon also managed to achieve a high rating of 4.8 percent. However, this number indicates a decrease from the previous week's ranking.

The story focuses on Seo Hye Jin (played by Jung Ryeo Won), a Korean language teacher at an educational academy for 14 years in Daechi. As a determined character, Seo Hye Jin successfully guides her student, Lee Joon Ho (played by Wi Ha Joon), to be accepted into a prestigious university.

3. Lovely Runner (4.8%)

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This drama, which has increased the popularity of Byeon Woo Seok, achieved a rating of 4.8% for its latest episode.

Lovely Runner is scheduled to end on Tuesday, May 28th. It will then be replaced by The Player 2: Master of Swindlers, which will begin airing on June 3rd.

4. The Atypical Family (4.2%)

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The Atypical Family drama series achieved high ratings, reaching 4.2 percent. It tells the story of a supernatural family who loses their powers after facing very realistic problems. This drama is directed by Cho Hyun Tak, who was previously involved in SKY Castle, and written by Joo Hwa Mi from Marriage, Not Dating and Kang Eun Kyung from Dr. Romantic.

5. The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection (4.1%)

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The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection drama series achieved high ratings in its latest airing. Starring Um Ki Joo, Hwang Jung Eum, and Lee Joon, this drama successfully recorded a rating of 4.1 percent. This rating marks the success of The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection's finale.

6. Netizens are also curious about this

When will Lovely Runner air?

A must-watch K-drama: Lovely Runner premiered on Monday, April 8, 2024, and has been captivating K-drama lovers with every episode since.

Which Korean drama is famous?

One of the most famous K-dramas of all time is Crash Landing on You, which was released in 2019 and quickly gained immense popularity in South Korea and worldwide. It tells the story of a South Korean heiress who accidentally lands in North Korea and falls in love with a soldier from there.

What is the highest-rated Korean drama?

The World of the Married (2020) series, which skyrocketed in popularity during this pandemic, achieved an incredible feat by becoming the highest-rated Korean drama in history. According to Nielsen Korea, its final episode achieved a staggering rating of 28.37%.

Why are Korean dramas so popular?

Known for their well-crafted storytelling, K-dramas often explore various genres, ranging from romance, history, fantasy, to suspense. Complex plots, combined with intriguing character development, create an emotional connection that can be felt by viewers worldwide.

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