'Agent Kim Reactivated' Surpasses 20% Ratings in Just Four Episodes as SBS Hit Continues Historic Run
Another episode, another milestone.
SBS action drama Agent Kim Reactivated continues its remarkable rise, with Episode 4 recording 21.6% nationwide and 22.7% in the Seoul metropolitan area, according to Nielsen Korea. The latest episode gained 2.8 percentage points nationwide from Episode 3, making it the drama's highest ratings yet.
Four Episodes, Four Straight Rating Jumps
The series has increased its audience every single episode since its premiere:
- Episode 1: 9.5% nationwide | 9.8% Seoul
- Episode 2: 15.7% nationwide | 15.9% Seoul
- Episode 3: 18.8% nationwide | 19.6% Seoul
- Episode 4: 21.6% nationwide | 22.7% Seoul
The achievement is particularly impressive considering the drama had already become the fastest Korean drama in five years to surpass the 15% mark, accomplishing the feat in only two episodes. It has now crossed 20% viewership after just four episodes, cementing its status as one of 2026's biggest television hits.
SBS's Biggest Drama of the Year
Starring So Ji Sub, Choi Dae Hoon, and Yoon Kyung Ho, Agent Kim Reactivated has dominated its time slot since its premiere and continues to generate strong buzz both in South Korea and internationally through Netflix.
With six episodes still remaining, all eyes are now on whether the series can continue its extraordinary momentum and establish itself as one of the highest-rated Korean dramas of recent years.