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The Judge Returns Episode 1.01 Episode 1
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The Judge Returns Episode 1.01 Episode 1

Episode Premiere
January 2, 2026
Genre
Crime
Production Company
Slingshot Studios
Official Site
https://program.imbc.com/TheJudgeReturns
Episode Premiere
January 2, 2026
Genre
Crime
Period
2026 -
Production Co
Slingshot Studios
Distributor
MBC
Official Site
https://program.imbc.com/TheJudgeReturns
Main Cast
  • Ji Sung
  • Won Jin-ah
  • Park Hee-soon
  • Baek Jin-hee
  • Oh Se-young
  • Hwang Hee
  • Tae Won-seok
  • Park Geon-il
Additional Cast
  • Kim Dong-jun
  • Kim Song-il
  • Ahn Nae-sang
  • Kim Pub-lae
  • Jung Hee-tae

In the gripping premiere of "The Judge Returns," the stage is set for a complex legal drama that delves into the moral dilemmas faced by those in the courtroom. The episode introduces viewers to a seasoned judge, portrayed by Ahn Nae-sang, who returns to the bench after a scandal forced him into temporary retirement. As he grapples with his past, both personal and professional, he encounters a case that reignites his passion for justice.

The case revolves around a young defendant, played by Kim Dong-jun, accused of a crime that stirs public outrage. Tensions mount as the judge must navigate the pressure from the media and the community, while also dealing with his own ethical conflicts. Meanwhile, courtroom dynamics shift with the arrival of a fierce prosecutor, portrayed by Kim Song-il, whose relentless pursuit of justice challenges the judge's perspective.

As alliances form and secrets unravel, the episode skillfully sets the stage for a series of moral confrontations and legal battles that promise to captivate viewers, leaving them eager to see how the characters evolve amidst the trials ahead.