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The broadcast schedule of When the Phone Rings, MBC's popular mystery-thriller K-drama starring Yoo Yeon-seok and Chae Soo-bin, has been disrupted following South Korea's recent political developments.
Episodes 5 and 6, initially set to air on December 6 and 7, were postponed due to special news coverage related to President Yoon Suk-yeol's impeachment vote that took place on December 7. The delayed episodes are now scheduled to air on December 13 at 9:40 PM KST and on December 14 at 9:50 PM KST on MBC, with international streaming on Netflix to follow shortly after.
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The drama's postponement was due to political unrest in South Korea. On December 3, President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law over alleged North Korean infiltration, leading to restrictions on communication and gatherings.
The martial law was quickly repealed after backlash, but public outrage continued, prompting impeachment proceedings. The impeachment vote on December 7 interrupted regular programming, including When the Phone Rings.
MBC Drama When the Phone Rings: Episodes 5 & 6 rescheduled after political tensions in South Korea
The delay of episodes 5 and 6 of When the Phone Rings left fans eager for the upcoming episodes. Episode 4 ended on a dramatic cliffhanger, with the lead character, Baek Sa-eon (played by Yoo Yeon-seok), confronting a series of mysterious events surrounding his wife, Hong Hee-joo (Chae Soo-bin), and a blackmail plot.
Tensions escalated as Sa-eon’s political and personal worlds collided, with the promise of new revelations in the upcoming episodes. Viewers will need to wait another week to see how the intense narrative unfolds.
When the Phone Rings is a gripping mix of mystery, romance, and political intrigue. The ongoing story centers on Baek Sa-eon, a presidential spokesperson whose life unravels after a series of mysterious phone calls threaten to expose secrets. His wife, Hee-joo, becomes embroiled in the drama, deepening the psychological tension.
The cast also includes Ji Sang-woo and Na Yu-ri, with direction by Park Sang-woo & Wi Deuk-gyu, and a script written by Kim Ji-woon. The show’s blend of suspense and emotional depth has captivated audiences since its premiere on November 22, 2024.
Additionally, on December 10, 2024, MBC Drama dropped the latest behind-the-scenes still cuts from When The Phone Rings to soothe fans as they wait for episodes 5 and 6 to finally premiere on December 13 and 14, respectively.
Meanwhile, on December 7, Reuters reported that President Yoon Suk-yeol's impeachment vote failed after his party, People Power Party's 108 members walked out as the voting was ongoing. The motion to dismiss Yoon Suk-yeol as the President required a total of 200 out of 300 votes.
However, the impeachment failed with 192-0 votes, eight votes short of getting the motion passed.
In the meantime, the controversy surrounding its delay serves as a reminder of the real-world tensions impacting South Korean society today.
South Koreans continue to demand President Yoon Suk-yeol's resignation, accusing him of overreach and authoritarianism. Protests across the nation have amplified calls for accountability, reflecting citizens' frustration with his leadership.
