Introduction to ‘Good Boy’
JTBC’s new action-comedy drama ‘Good Boy,’ starring the talented Park Bo Gum and Kim So Hyun, made its highly anticipated debut on May 31. The show has entered the weekend ratings battle with a strong start, captivating audiences across the nation. This premiere has sparked interest among K-drama enthusiasts eager to see the chemistry between the lead actors.
Impressive Ratings for the Premiere
According to Nielsen Korea, the first episode of ‘Good Boy’ attained an average nationwide rating of 4.8 percent. This figure indicates a positive reception among viewers and positions the drama favorably against its competitors. Despite being a newcomer, ‘Good Boy’ has garnered attention in a competitive timeslot, where several other dramas are vying for viewer engagement.
Competition with Other Dramas
In the same timeframe, SBS’s ‘The Haunted Palace’ continues to dominate as the most-watched miniseries on Saturday, securing a remarkable average rating of 9.5 percent. Meanwhile, MBC’s ‘Oh My Ghost Clients,’ which shares the same timeslot, managed an average rating of 3.2 percent for its second episode. Among cable dramas, tvN’s ‘Our Unwritten Seoul’ achieved an average rating of 4.5 percent, indicating its popularity as well.
Given the fierce competition with established series, ‘Good Boy’ has shown promising potential. As viewers tune in over the next few weeks, it will be interesting to see how the ratings evolve and how this new drama carves its niche in the K-drama landscape.
