The Judge Returns Premiere Ratings vs Taxi Driver 3 2026
MBC's 'The Judge Returns' starring Ji Sung premiered to promising ratings on Jan 2, 2026, challenging the dominance of SBS's 'Taxi Driver 3'. Get the full analysis here.
Can Ji Sung topple the reigning king of Friday-night TV? A high-stakes battle for viewership has officially ignited as two heavyweights clash in the same time slot.
The Judge Returns Premiere Ratings 2026 Analysis
MBC’s latest legal thriller, "The Judge Returns", made its highly anticipated debut on January 2, 2026. According to Nielsen Korea, the first episode scored promising ratings, proving that Ji Sung’s return to the screen still carries immense drawing power.
Facing Off Against SBS Taxi Driver 3
Despite the solid start, the path to the No. 1 spot isn't easy. SBS’s "Taxi Driver 3" currently dominates the weekend lineup. While the Ji Sung-led drama hasn't overtaken the veteran series yet, industry insiders are closely watching how the ratings evolve over the coming weeks.
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