'The Judge Returns' Viewership Ratings Hit New High of 5.8% as 'Taxi Driver 3' Nears Finale
MBC's 'The Judge Returns' viewership ratings hit a new peak of 5.8% on Jan 9, 2026. See how Ji Sung's legal drama is challenging SBS's 'Taxi Driver 3'.
A massive leap in just one night. MBC's latest legal thriller, "The Judge Returns," starring Ji Sung, just clocked its highest ratings yet for its third episode, signaling a major shift in the Friday night K-drama landscape.
Breaking Down 'The Judge Returns' Viewership Ratings
According to Nielsen Korea, the January 9, 2026 broadcast of "The Judge Returns" soared to an average nationwide rating of 5.8%. This marks a significant jump of over 1 percentage point from its previous episode, showcasing the drama's growing momentum as the plot thickens.
Competition with 'Taxi Driver 3' Finale
While Ji Sung's new series is climbing fast, it's facing stiff competition from SBS's "Taxi Driver 3." Heading into its grand finale, the Lee Je-hoon starrer remains the most-watched show of the night. However, the steady rise of "The Judge Returns" suggests that audiences are increasingly drawn to its unique brand of judicial justice.
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