Doctor X hits 20.8% peak rating and two weeks atop Netflix Korea
The SBS drama also entered Netflix's global TV TOP 10 at fourth place and ranked first in 18 countries, according to FlixPatrol data as of October 19.
The SBS drama Doctor X: The Age of the White Mafia recorded a peak nationwide viewership of 20.8% by its fourth episode, with 18.5% nationwide and 18.4% in the Seoul metropolitan area, joynews24.com reported. The series has also topped Netflix's Korea TOP 10 TV Shows chart for two consecutive weeks, according to FlixPatrol data as of October 19.
The drama entered the TOP 10 in 61 countries worldwide and ranked first in 18 countries, including South Korea. It placed fourth in Netflix's global TOP 10 TV Shows category.
Among Saturday-aired programs, the series ranked first in the 2049 viewership ratings as of episode 4, with a peak of 6.56% and an average of 5.9%.
Studio S CEO Hong Seong-chang commented on the drama's success and thanked viewers, according to the report.
Premiere performance
The drama recorded 11.4% nationwide viewership from its first broadcast and a peak of 12.9%, ranking first among miniseries that aired in 2026 for premiere ratings.
Episode 5 will air on the 23rd at 9:50 PM.
Quick answers
When does episode 5 of Doctor X: The Age of the White Mafia air?
Episode 5 airs on the 23rd at 9:50 PM.
What viewership did Doctor X record by episode 4?
It recorded 20.8% peak nationwide viewership, 18.5% nationwide and 18.4% in the Seoul metropolitan area.
How did Doctor X rank on Netflix?
It topped Netflix's Korea TOP 10 TV Shows chart for two consecutive weeks and placed fourth in the global TOP 10 TV Shows category.