Four episodes in, and SBS’s newest action revenge drama is already rewriting the ratings charts. Agent Kim Reactivated isn’t just performing well — it’s outpacing every other drama that’s aired in Korea this year.
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Agent Kim Reactivated: The Numbers Don’t Lie
On July 4, the show’s fourth episode pulled in a nationwide average rating of 21.6%, according to Nielsen Korea, officially making it the most-watched drama of any kind in 2026 so far. That’s a rare feat this early into a series’ run, and it places Agent Kim Reactivated among elite company in SBS’s own history.
How It Stacks Up Against Other New Releases
| Drama | Network | Latest Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Agent Kim Reactivated (Ep 4) | SBS | 21.6% |
| Recipe for Love | KBS 2TV | 13.6% |
| Reborn Rookie (Penultimate Ep) | JTBC | 10.8% |
| The Husband (Premiere) | KBS 2TV | 4.4% |
Why This Ranking Matters
Just four episodes into its broadcast, Agent Kim Reactivated has already become the third-highest rated Friday-Saturday drama in SBS’s history, trailing only the iconic hits The Penthouse 2 and The Fiery Priest. For a network with decades of hit dramas under its belt, that’s a serious benchmark to clear this quickly.
Meanwhile, KBS 2TV’s freshly premiered drama The Husband had a modest start at 4.4%, giving it plenty of room to build audience momentum in the weeks ahead. JTBC’s Reborn Rookie, heading into its series finale, posted its best Saturday numbers yet at 10.8%, a strong sign ahead of its last episode.
Ratings like these are tracked by Nielsen Korea, the country’s primary television audience measurement provider, whose nationwide data determines how dramas are ranked and discussed across the industry.
What This Means For Viewers
With numbers this strong, Agent Kim Reactivated is shaping up to be one of the defining K-dramas of the year — a good sign if you’ve been on the fence about starting it. Meanwhile, Reborn Rookie’s finale next week is worth catching live, given its late-run ratings jump.
For more K-drama ratings trackers, premiere updates, and entertainment buzz, check out TechnoSports for daily coverage that keeps you ahead of the trend.
FAQs
What rating did Agent Kim Reactivated hit?
Its fourth episode scored 21.6%, making it 2026’s most-watched drama so far.
How did The Husband perform in its premiere?
KBS 2TV’s The Husband opened with a 4.4% nationwide rating.
