MBC’s drama 'Undercover High School' is sparking a lot of interest. According to FUNdex, the drama has been dominating TV buzz rankings, holding the top spot for four weeks in a row in the drama and non-drama categories in March. This highlights its significant popularity. The show also ranked second in combined TV-OTT buzz rankings, making it a must-watch series. Seo Kang Jun, a cast member, has been leading the buzz charts for four weeks, with Jin Ki Joo following closely at fourth place, indicating strong fan engagement. The drama's impact is evident in its viewership ratings among audiences aged 20 to 50, a crucial measure of channel competitiveness and public interest, with episode 8 hitting a 2.7% rating peak.
Episodes 7 and 8 of the show featured heartwarming moments between characters Jung Hae Seong and Oh Soo Ah, played by Seo Kang Jun and Jin Ki Joo. However, the plot thickened as Seo Myung Joo, portrayed by Kim Shin Rok, uncovered Hae Seong's true identity and was revealed to be in covert communication with someone from the National Intelligence Service (NIS). The suspenseful ending of episode 8 left viewers shocked when Soo Ah was attacked and left unconscious, intensifying anticipation for the next episode.
'Undercover High School' narrates the thrilling story of an NIS agent who infiltrates a high school to search for Emperor Gojong's missing gold bars. Viewers can find more details about the characters and storyline on the official website. The drama airs on TVING and Wavve, with new episodes premiering every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 PM KST.