Doctor on the Edge Bows Out on a High — While Its Rival Hits a New Low

Endings can make or break a drama’s legacy, and “Doctor on the Edge” just proved it went out exactly the right way — with its biggest night yet.

On July 7, the ENA medical drama wrapped its run with the highest viewership of its entire season. According to Nielsen Korea, the series finale scored an average nationwide rating of 5.9%, a full percentage point jump from the previous episode — a strong finish that suggests the show’s story stuck the landing with viewers.

Meanwhile, over on tvN, new romance drama “See You at Work Tomorrow!” wasn’t as lucky. The show slipped to an average nationwide rating of 4.3%, marking a fresh all-time low for the series.

Doctor on the Edge Ratings Snapshot: July 7, 2026

What This Ratings Split Says

A finale climbing to its highest rating is often a sign of strong audience investment building toward a satisfying payoff — a pattern common in well-received entries within Korean drama, where series finales frequently outperform mid-season episodes as viewers tune in for closure.

On the flip side, a new drama hitting an all-time low so early in its run is a tougher signal, often pointing to pacing issues or a struggle to hold onto its initial audience amid competing timeslot options.

For “Doctor on the Edge,” the finale caps off a solid run for lead star Lee Jae Wook, who fans can also catch in “Last Summer,” currently streaming on Viki. Co-star Shin Ye Eun’s other project, “A Hundred Memories,” is streaming there as well.

For more drama ratings trackers, finale recaps, and premiere updates, keep following TechnoSports as the K-drama race continues.

One show closes strong, another searches for its footing — the ratings battle never really stops.

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