ENA's new Monday-Tuesday drama 'Honor: Their Court' made a dazzling debut by breaking ENA's all-time highest viewership ratings from the very first broadcast. The bold storyline that directly addresses the prostitution scandal that shook South Korea captured the viewers' attention.
The viewership rating for the first episode aired on the 2nd recorded 3.1% nationwide, 2.9% in the metropolitan area (according to Nielsen Korea). This is the highest figure among all first broadcasts of ENA's Monday-Tuesday dramas, attributed to the solid lineup of Lee Na-young, Jung Eun-chae, and Lee Cheong-ah, along with the fast-paced development.
In this episode, celebrity lawyer Yoon Ra-young (played by Lee Na-young), law firm head Kang Shin-jae (played by Jung Eun-chae), and passionate lawyer Hwang Hyun-jin (played by Lee Cheong-ah) took on the case of actor Kang Eun-seok, known as the 'national son-in-law', involved in a minor's sexual assault case, heightening the tension. Despite public opinion labeling the victim as a 'gold digger', the three remained undeterred and pursued the truth. Notably, the scene where they captured Kang Eun-seok's drug use allegations during a trial that seemed to be going against them provided a thrilling catharsis.
The latter half of the drama was filled with continuous shocks. A journalist holding the key to the case was found murdered, and a bloodied victim appeared at the law firm's event, hinting at the existence of a massive prostitution cartel. The 'bloody ending', which transcended a simple courtroom drama, left a strong impression of its intense appeal as a genre piece.
The acting transformations of the three actors also received praise. Lee Na-young showcased a cold yet human side, Jung Eun-chae displayed unwavering charisma, and Lee Cheong-ah demonstrated her presence as a strong support for the victim. Attention is drawn to what conclusion their solidarity for the victims at the edge of the cliff will reach. Meanwhile, the second episode of 'Honor' will air on the 3rd at 10 PM on ENA.
