tvN's 'Resident Playbook' Soars in Popularity, Dominates TV-OTT Drama Rankings

tvN's 'Resident Playbook' is experiencing a remarkable surge in popularity. Previously, tvN's 'Ask the Stars,' which had a production budget of 50 billion won, concluded with a disappointing 2.6% viewership rating amidst criticism. Following that, 'Potato Research Institute' and 'Divorce Insurance' also recorded low ratings in the 1% range.

The weekend drama 'Resident Playbook' (Creators: Shin Won-ho, Lee Woo-jung / Director: Lee Min-soo / Writer: Kim Song-hee / Planning: CJ ENM Studios / Production: Egg is Coming) has released behind-the-scenes photos and MZ posters featuring the cast.

The lively smiles of first-year residents Go Yoon-jung (as Oh Yi-young), Shin Si-a (as Pyo Nam-kyung), Kang Yoo-seok (as Um Jae-il), and Han Ye-ji (as Kim Sa-bi) suggest a cheerful atmosphere on set. They are seen sitting together, striking a V pose.

Jung Joon-won, who plays the role of fourth-year resident Koo Do-won, exudes a dependable senior vibe as he discusses hand positions and movements with enthusiasm before filming. Go Yoon-jung is also seen engaging with the production team, discussing the script with a bright expression.

The episodes featuring patients who aid the residents' growth leave a touching impression. In episode 8, Park Sung-yeon, who played Pyo Nam-kyung's mother, showcased a moving maternal bond, sharing a heart gesture with Shin Si-a, enhancing the mother-daughter chemistry.

Additionally, commemorative photos with surprise guests add intrigue. Ahn Eun-jin, who played Choo Min-ha, a mentor to Oh Yi-young, and Yoo Yeon-seok, who portrayed Ahn Jung-won, a guardian angel to young patients, display chemistry with Go Yoon-jung and Jung Joon-won.

Kim Joon-han as Ahn Chi-hong and Kwak Sun-young as Lee Ik-soon, who created special moments in the ER with interns and residents, are seen making new memories with Shin Si-a and Cha Kang-yoon (as Tak Ki-on). The playful smiles of Kang Yoo-seok and Shin Hyun-bin (as Jang Gyeo-ul), who share a first love teacher-student dynamic, also catch the eye. The expanded Yulje universe, enriched by surprise guests, leaves viewers curious about future appearances.

The vibrant behind-the-scenes photos are matched by the hip poses of the first-year residents in the MZ posters. As they transition from workplace acquaintances to true friends, their journey through human, medical, romance, and youth growth stories is eagerly anticipated.

Thanks to the synergy of the cast, 'Someday Wise Resident Life' has achieved the top spot in the TV-OTT drama buzz rankings for three consecutive weeks, as reported by Good Data Corporation's FUNdex. Additionally, in the cast buzz category, Go Yoon-jung and Jung Joon-won have maintained the first and second positions for three weeks in a row.

tvN's 'Resident Playbook' airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9:20 PM.

Reported by Kim Se-ah, TenAsia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr