'Law and the City' Becomes Top-Watched Cable Show in Time Slot

The legal K-drama "Law and the City" has been making waves since its premiere on July 5, 2025. The show, which stars Lee Jong-Suk and Mun Ka-Young, has seen a significant rise in viewership ratings after airing its second episode on July 6.

According to Nielsen Korea, "Law and the City" has taken the top spot among all cable dramas airing in the same time slot, earning an average nationwide rating of 5.1% among viewers aged 20 to 49. This impressive performance has solidified the show's position as the most-watched cable program in its time slot.

The drama follows the story of An Ju-Hyeong, played by Lee Jong-Suk, an associate lawyer who has been with a law firm for nine years but has never considered opening his own practice. He is competent at his job but is also cold-hearted and doesn't believe in helping people in need. However, an incident shakes up his thought process, leading him to cross paths with Kang Hui-Ji, portrayed by Mun Ka-Young, a junior associate who is a social butterfly and believes in the power of people to change lives for the better.

The chemistry between the two lead actors has captivated viewers, and Lee Jong-Suk's return to the small screen after his military service has been widely celebrated. The plot of "Law and the City" has also managed to hook the audience, with many eagerly anticipating the development of the relationship between the two protagonists.

Meanwhile, another ongoing K-drama, "Good Boy," starring Park Bo-Gum, Kim So-Hyun, and Lee Sang-Yi, has also been garnering attention, earning an average nationwide viewership rating of 5.5% as it prepares to enter its final two weeks.