I don't know what Korea wants.

The early returns for MEMORIALS/INTO THE RING/THE BALLOT on Saturday’s WWW were quite favorable. I really enjoyed the first two episodes and I generally avoid dramas in overt political settings.
I predict the ratings for (henceforth for me) INTO THE RING WILL rise as the word gets out and these ratings for episodes 1and 2 will be the series’ low.

None of the show deserve even this number of customers
Maybe local audience trying to change their image and portray they aren't as much dumb as Korean writers and production houses think they are.
So far broadcasters and production houses have shown no remorse or an attempt do some introspection. Better these houses bleed and bleed profusely forcing industry to take not and bring the much needed reforms.

Perhaps in future, they are not all over heads against rating anymore. More likely coveting spot in bigger player like Netflix, or perhaps Amazon/ AppleTV which have higher subscriber. I always noticed typical family drama have quite high audience when aired during weekend. Good luck Knetz.

I don't know.. but amidst this pandemic thing and a lot of tragic news I want something I can relate to which is not overly dramatic. Things are already bad as they are, so my preferences during this time are something extremely fantasy (like our beloved? King) or something mundane as a family life skillfully portrayed by a good writer and good cast (like My Unfamiliar Family). It's Okay seems so pretty, but it seems depressing. Many people are already depressed, so I just want to avoid watching something directly about the issue.

The numbers for all shows are quite low. I guess many people turn to online streaming platforms now. They have a number of movies/ shows/ to choose from, so people don't have to watch the airing shows. They can just wait until those finished, read the reviews, and decide for themselves whether they want to watch them/ which one they want to watch.

Old School Intern wrapped up at 12 episodes.

I'm happy for My Unfamiliar Family. They don't have a big star to help for the buzz, but all the casting is solid and the story continues to be interesting.

I love My Unfamiliar Family, and I'm so glad the rating is up.

Interesting. The ratings are quite similar across the board except for the usual KBS weekender slot. I still think listing only primetime dramas rating does not show the whole picture of what the general public in Korea watches. There are so many shows. I can't recall all shows but I know 3MAD is still going super strong on Friday nights, the ratings for 3MAD was >11% this week. And there's a new variety show on Saturdays 9pm, and the latest ep got >5% ratings. But it's good to also note that probably even variety shows are available on multiple platforms just like kdramas 🤷🏻‍♀️.

Anyways...I'm only watching BR out of the current drama batch. I'm glad to see the ratings are okay for current ratings standards. It has cringe and also absurd moments but the main characters (Saetbyul, Yeon Joo, Daehyun) feel like normal people trying their best. Their struggles feel common and their inner turmoil is quite easy to understand.

ps: Kim Min Gyu gave me severe cameo syndrome! He and his dimples need their own romcom 😆.

Here's to hoping our next round of dramas gets better ratings, things look pretty dismal right now... but there are a lot I'm looking forward to! Flower of Evil, Graceful Friends, Stranger 2, Model Detective to name a few! :)

The Nielsen ratings are out for episodes 14 and 15 for little TV Chosun’s S/S sageuk: WIND, CLOUDS, AND RAIN/KING MAKER: THE CHANGE OF DESTINY:
Episode 14: 5.493%
Episode 15: 5.612%
Source:
https://wiki.d-addicts.com/Wind,_Clouds,_and_Rain/Episode_Ratings

I am not sure why MY UNFAMILIAR FAMILY is not doing even better.

BACKSTRET ROOKIE deserves its ratings as a genuine comedy and so does ONCE AGAIN.

I feel so bad for OH MY BABY. It deserved much better than this.

I sometimes wonder if my moods are reflected in Korean ratings :-D

The reason I am not watching Psycho is because it disturbs me a little. I am in the mood to watch simple things. I want simple romance, tsundere romance that is not connected to anything real. I want a swash buckling hero, a strong female character with all positive characters with perhaps some negative characters that quickly are defeated. I am looking for a fairytale right now.

That is also the reason, I am unable to enjoy any ongoing dramas. Something or the other reminds me of something I have encountered closely and being not treated the way it should.

That is why, I guess, I will be fine with some drama that gives me a very handsome guy and very beautiful girl and a handsome second lead and some torrid romance with idiotic rich parents they can stand upto.... My taste in my entertainment has gone down.

I just want to laugh or giggle and feel joyful.

That is why I enjoyed MPUB. It really entertained me.

None of the current dramas are doing it yet.

With the general lower viewership across, I wonder what other programs are on the airwaves in Korea.
2019 was a great year for Kdrama. I remember I had a hard time to pick which ones to watch (so many great ones). I cannot say the same for 2020. Please post the kdrama line up for the 2nd half of 2020. At least I will try to find something to look forward to.