# The Legend of Kitchen Soldier vs The Scarecrow: Monday K-Drama Ratings Battle Ends in a 7.2% Tie

URL: https://technosports.co.in/the-legend-of-kitchen-soldier-vs-the-scarecrow/  
Published: 2026-05-19  
Updated: 2026-05-19  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The Monday–Tuesday K-drama race just got seriously exciting. tvN’s *The Legend of Kitchen Soldier* and ENA’s *The Scarecrow* are now neck and neck, with both dramas posting **identical nationwide ratings of 7.2%** for their latest episodes. For viewers, that means one thing: you’re watching two of the hottest weekday dramas on Korean TV right now.

## The Legend of Kitchen Soldier vs The Scarecrow Monday Ratings

| Drama | Episode (Latest) | Channel | Nationwide Rating | Change vs Previous Ep | Status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| The Legend of Kitchen Soldier | Ep. 3 | tvN | **7.2%** | ▲ Up from 6.2% | New personal best |
| The Scarecrow | Ep. 9 | ENA | **7.2%** | ▼ Down from 7.4% | Slight dip, still strong |

*Ratings based on nationwide household viewership in Korea (Nielsen data).*

## The Legend of Kitchen Soldier: A Rookie on the Rise

*The Legend of Kitchen Soldier* is only three episodes in and already building serious momentum:

- **Episode 1–3 have all set new personal bests**, with Ep. 3 jumping a full point from 6.2% to 7.2%.
- As a tvN Monday–Tuesday drama, hitting this number so early suggests strong word-of-mouth and high replay value on streaming.

If it keeps this growth curve, *Kitchen Soldier* could become the breakout weekday hit of 2026. For more ongoing TRP updates and what to watch next, keep an eye on our [1](https://technosports.co.in/korean-drama-ratings).

![The Legend of Kitchen Soldier](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/scrrcr-1-1024x941.jpeg)

## The Scarecrow: Mid-Season, Still a Heavyweight

On the other side, ENA’s *The Scarecrow* is in **Episode 9**, past the midway point:

- It slipped slightly from a personal best of **7.4% to 7.2%**, but that still keeps it firmly in hit territory.
- Matching a fast-rising rookie drama while deep into its run shows how loyal its core audience has become.

In other words, *The Scarecrow* isn’t fading—it’s stabilizing at a very healthy level. If you’re hunting for tense, mid-season storytelling, this is a strong pick alongside newer premieres. You can also browse our [2](https://technosports.co.in/best-kdramas-2026) to see where it stacks up.

### What This Tie Means for the Monday–Tuesday Slot

Both shows landing at **7.2% on the same night** tells us a few things:

- The Monday–Tuesday slot is **more competitive than ever**, with viewers clearly splitting between two strong options.
- tvN and ENA are now going head-to-head in a way that genuinely benefits fans—better scripts, higher production values, and more creative promotion.
- With *Kitchen Soldier* still climbing and *The Scarecrow* holding steady, the ratings race over the next few weeks should be fascinating to watch.

For context, tvN has a long history of producing influential weekday dramas and variety hits; its evolution as a cable powerhouse has reshaped modern K-drama viewing habits. You can read more about the network’s rise and programming style on the [3](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TVN_(South_Korean_TV_channel).

Whichever side you’re on—team *Kitchen Soldier* or team *Scarecrow*—one thing’s clear: Monday nights just became must-watch TV again.

## FAQs

### **Which drama won the latest Monday ratings battle: The Legend of Kitchen Soldier or The Scarecrow?**

Neither—both *The Legend of Kitchen Soldier* (Ep. 3) and *The Scarecrow* (Ep. 9) recorded the **same nationwide rating of 7.2%**, making it a perfect tie.

### **Is The Legend of Kitchen Soldier really catching up to The Scarecrow?**

  
Yes. While *The Scarecrow* is mid-season and stable, *Kitchen Soldier* has hit **three straight personal bests**, and its latest episode has already matched its rival’s rating—setting up a very tight race in the coming weeks.