Two trending legal K-dramas continue to dominate viewership charts with their record-breaking ratings in August 2025.
Both Law and The City and Beyond The Bar are rising fast among audiences, delivering gripping courtroom drama and intense storylines that keep viewers hooked each week.
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📈 Law and The City Hits New All-Time High
Law and The City has seen consistent growth in its viewership, and its recent episode broke its previous record. According to Nielsen Korea, the tvN legal drama secured an impressive 6.1% nationwide rating, making it the top program in its time slot across all cable channels. As the drama nears its finale week, fans are increasingly tuning in to catch the explosive conclusion.
This legal drama blends city politics, hidden corruption, and emotional courtroom battles — themes that resonate with today’s audience, especially in the 18–49 age group. Its rising popularity proves how impactful strong storytelling and timely social commentary can be.
⚖️ Beyond The Bar Sees Ratings Jump With Second Episode
JTBC’s latest legal entry, Beyond the Bar, is also making waves early in its run. The second episode of the show experienced a notable increase in viewership, jumping a full percentage point to 4.7% nationwide.
This early momentum suggests that Beyond The Bar has the potential to become another breakout hit of 2025. With its unique characters and fresh courtroom dynamics, it’s already capturing attention from legal drama fans and casual viewers alike.
🦅 For Eagle Brothers Ends On A High Note
Meanwhile, KBS 2TV’s weekend family drama, For Eagle Brothers, wrapped up its broadcast with a bang. The finale episode earned a massive 21.3% nationwide rating, securing its position as the most-watched program of the weekend.
This heartwarming and dramatic series resonated with a wide range of viewers and closed its journey on a high, leaving fans satisfied and emotional.
💕 My Lovely Journey Begins Slow But Steady
On the other hand, Channel A’s new drama My Lovely Journey scored a 0.3% nationwide rating for its second episode. Although starting slow, the drama still holds potential. With stronger word-of-mouth and narrative development, it may yet gain traction in the coming weeks.
The August 2025 K-drama landscape proves to be fiercely competitive, especially in the legal drama genre. As viewers continue to crave gripping plots, emotional payoffs, and relevant themes, shows like Law and The City and Beyond the Bar are poised to ride this wave of success.
