Seo In Guk and Park Ji Hyun’s “See You at Work Tomorrow!” Opens at No. 1 With 4.8% Nationwide Ratings

tvN’s newest Monday-Tuesday rom-com “See You at Work Tomorrow!” premiered on June 22 to top domestic ratings, capturing the No. 1 spot with an average nationwide viewership rating of 4.8 percent, according to Soompi. Starring Seo In Guk and Park Ji Hyun, the series quickly drew attention as it began its run in the highly watched early-week drama slot.

The premiere’s strong performance underscores the continued momentum of tvN’s scripted lineup and the drawing power of its two lead actors—both of whom have built sizable audiences through prior film and television roles. With Monday-Tuesday dramas competing directly for viewer habit, opening at No. 1 is often treated as an early indicator of staying power, not just first-night curiosity.

Premiere success: 4.8% nationwide average

For its debut episode, “See You at Work Tomorrow!” recorded an average nationwide rating of 4.8%, securing first place among competing broadcasts for the night. The results suggest that the series’ premise and casting resonated with viewers quickly, particularly important for rom-coms where audience engagement often depends on character chemistry and pacing from the outset.

While rating figures can fluctuate week to week, a No. 1 opening typically places pressure on the creative team to sustain momentum—meaning the show’s next developments, story turns, and romantic beats will likely be closely watched by both fans and industry analysts.

Competition in the same broadcast cycle: “Doctor on the Edge” dips

On the same night, ENA’s “Doctor on the Edge” kicked off the second half of its run with an average nationwide rating of 4.0%. Soompi reports that this reflected a 1.1 percentage-point decrease from the previous episode’s rating of 5.1%.

Second-half premieres can face an uneven ratings pattern, since audiences may re-calibrate expectations after a break or after story arcs conclude. Still, the episode’s dip highlights how rapidly the drama landscape can shift when a new title arrives and absorbs attention from viewers who otherwise might have stayed with an incumbent series.

What viewers can expect from the new rom-com

“See You at Work Tomorrow!” pairs Seo In Guk and Park Ji Hyun as leads, aiming to blend workplace or day-to-day professional dynamics with the emotional rhythm of romantic comedy. Rom-coms in Korea often rely on a mix of relatable settings—such as office culture, everyday routines, or character-driven misunderstandings—and a steady cadence of character development alongside humor.

For Park Ji Hyun, the premiere arrives while audiences also track her broader filmography, including her work in “Yumi’s Cells”, which Soompi references. That kind of cross-audience recognition can be beneficial: viewers who enjoyed an actor in a previous series may be more willing to sample a new genre or tone.

Similarly, Soompi points viewers to Seo In Guk’s earlier project “Project Wolf Hunting”, emphasizing his wider appeal beyond television and suggesting the new drama benefits from the actor’s existing public profile.

Why the Monday-Tuesday slot matters

Monday-Tuesday dramas are often among the most competitive schedules in Korean broadcasting. The format encourages viewers to build routine viewing habits—so when a new series takes the top spot immediately, it can accelerate audience adoption and word-of-mouth during the early weeks.

However, sustaining a lead is not guaranteed. After premieres, dramas frequently face tests: whether the story keeps escalating, whether character arcs deepen beyond initial comedy or attraction, and whether plot developments keep viewers returning episode to episode. For “See You at Work Tomorrow!”, the challenge will be turning the premiere’s rating success into long-term viewer retention.

What’s next: tracking week-to-week momentum

With the show’s debut landing at No. 1, fans and industry observers will likely focus on upcoming episode performance—especially whether ratings hold steady near the premiere level or whether they settle into a more gradual climb or decline. In practical terms, this means watching for narrative traction: the emergence of key supporting characters, the evolution of romantic tension, and the balance between episodic moments and longer story threads.

Meanwhile, “Doctor on the Edge” will be monitored for signs of recovery after its second-half kickoff. If it regains audience share, the series could re-establish itself as a dependable counter-programming option; if not, the new rom-com could widen its advantage during the remainder of the schedule.