Outstanding Finale Ratings for Law and the City
On August 10, tvN’s legal drama, Law and the City, achieved a remarkable milestone, concluding its run with the highest viewership ratings in its entire duration. According to Nielsen Korea, the final episode secured first place in its time slot across all cable channels, boasting an impressive average nationwide rating of 7.7 percent.

Comparison with Competing Dramas
In comparison, JTBC’s new drama Beyond the Bar also experienced significant success, reaching a new all-time high in viewership during its fourth episode, which garnered an average nationwide rating of 8.3 percent. This achievement positions it as a strong competitor in the current television landscape.
Impact on Sunday Night Programming
Despite the significant performances of both Law and the City and Beyond the Bar, KBS 2TV’s Our Golden Days emerged as the most-watched show on Sunday night, earning an average nationwide rating of 13.4 percent for its second episode. Additionally, Channel A’s My Lovely Journey marked its highest ratings to date with a 0.5 percent average for its fourth episode. Overall, these ratings highlight the competitive nature of current TV dramas.