The weekend saw a mix of highs and lows for several popular K-dramas, with a new show making its debut and others continuing their run. Here’s a detailed look at the latest viewership numbers and streaming trends.
Bon Appetit, Your Majesty
tvN’s time-slip fantasy series, Bon Appetit, Your Majesty, continues to be a fan favorite, maintaining strong viewership numbers. Episode 7 recorded a nationwide viewership of 12.64%, a minor dip from its previous episode’s rating of 12.74%. The show’s global popularity is evident in its second-place ranking on Netflix’s Global Top 10 (non-English) chart from September 1-7. According to top10.netflix.com, the K-drama made it to the Top 10 in an impressive 73 countries and even hit #1 in 8 countries during that week.
- Where to Watch: Bon Appetit, Your Majesty is available to stream on Netflix.
- Next Episode: Episode 8 is scheduled to air on Sunday, September 14.
Confidence Queen
The K-drama Confidence Queen, airing on TV Chosun, Coupang Play, and Amazon Prime Video, experienced a slight drop in its ratings. Episode 3 scored a 1% viewership, down from its previous rating of 1.4% and close to its premiere rating of 1.1%. However, its streaming performance on Prime Video tells a different story. As of September 13, the show was featured in the Top 10 in over 15 countries, including Brazil, Egypt, India, Japan, and Malaysia.
- Where to Watch: You can stream Confidence Queen on Prime Video.
- Next Episode: Episode 4 is set to air on Sunday, September 14.
Twelve
KBS’s action series Twelve saw an encouraging rise in its latest ratings. Episode 7 achieved a 3% viewership, up from the 2.6% recorded for the previous episode. The show previously peaked with a 3.4% rating for episode 5. On the streaming front, Twelve continues to perform well, consistently ranking among the Top 5 shows on Disney+ in several key Asian markets, including Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan.
- Where to Watch: The series is available for streaming on Disney+ and Disney+ Hotstar in select regions.
- Next Episode: Episode 8 will air on Sunday, September 14.
Queen Mantis
The SBS crime thriller Queen Mantis is on a hot streak, achieving its highest-ever viewership. Episode 4 scored a remarkable 7.5%, surpassing the 7.3% rating of episode 3. Its popularity extends across streaming platforms, with the K-drama trending on Netflix in various Asian countries and on Viki in the U.S.
- Where to Watch: Queen Mantis is available for streaming on Netflix, Viki, and Kocowa.
- Next Episode: Episode 5 will air on Friday, September 19.
A Hundred Memories
JTBC’s new youth melodrama, A Hundred Memories, made its debut this weekend. The show premiered with a 3.3% nationwide viewership and a 3.5% rating in metropolitan areas. Set in the 1980s, the series follows the friendship of two bus attendants, Ko Yeong Rye (played by Kim Da Mi) and Seo Jong Hui (played by Shin Ye Eun), as they navigate a challenging era together.
- Where to Watch: You can stream A Hundred Memories on Viki.
- Next Episode: Episode 2 is scheduled to air on Sunday, September 14.
My Youth
JTBC’s My Youth saw a slight dip in its viewership ratings this week, with episode 3 scoring 2.15% and episode 4 at 2.43%, down from the previous week’s ratings of 2.91% and 2.82%. Despite this, the K-drama is still trending on streaming platforms, with FlixPatrol reporting its popularity on Viki in the U.S. and Coupang Play in South Korea.
- Where to Watch: My Youth is available to stream on Viki.
- Next Episodes: Episodes 5 and 6 will air on Friday, September 19.
If you’re planning your weekend K-drama binge, which of these shows will you be watching?
