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Agent Kim Reactivated ends, high ratings, season 2 talks

Entities: Agent Kim Reactivated · So Ji‑sub · SBS · Seo Su-min · So Ji-sub

Overview

Since its 26 June 2026 debut, *Agent Kim Reactivated* has dominated Korean drama ratings. Episodes 5‑7 set viewership records, and the finale—aired 24 July in Vietnam and 25 July in South Korea—recorded nationwide averages reported between 21.5 % and 23 %, making it the most‑watched Korean drama of the year. The episode resolved the core plot: former black‑ops agent Kim Do‑hyeon fakes his death, rescues his daughter Min‑ji, and the pair assume new identities.

Morpheus Studio’s AICRON AI platform delivered three‑minute AI‑generated action sequences in episodes 6‑7, marking the first AI‑created live‑action fight in Korean television. Netflix highlighted the AI flashback in a July 23 preview, and the series topped the platform’s non‑English chart in 28 territories, logging 10.5 million view‑equivalents and remaining on France’s most‑watched fiction list throughout its run.

The production company confirmed positive discussions for a second season, though no schedule has been set. Ratings in South Korea averaged 19.8 % audience share, and the show stayed among Netflix’s top‑viewed fiction titles worldwide. Media outlets pointed viewers toward thematically similar series such as *The K2*, *Dogs of Hunting*, *My Name* and *Vagabond*, as well as So Ji‑sub’s earlier works.

In a post‑finale human‑interest note, 19‑year‑old actress Seo Su‑min, who played Kim Min‑ji, took a part‑time job at a takoyaki shop, initially hiding her identity from customers and the shop owner.

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Timeline

  1. about 10 hours ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    South Korean series 'Agent Kim Reactivated' wraps up with strong viewership

    The Korean drama *Agent Kim Reactivated* ended with a 23% rating, revealing the lead’s secret past, while teen actress Seo Su‑min now works part‑time at a takoyaki shop.

  2. 3 days ago

    [CULTURE] 6 sources
    Agent Kim Reactivated set for possible Season 2 after record ratings

    Agent Kim Reactivated ended on 25 July 2026, hit 19.8 % viewership in South Korea and topped Netflix charts. Talks for a Season 2 are ongoing, with no schedule yet. Fans are advised to watch similar K‑dramas, e

  3. 5 days ago

    [CULTURE] 15 sources
    Agent Kim Reactivated ends with record ratings and season‑2 talks

    Agent Kim Reactivated ended on July 25 2026 with a 23 % rating, tying up the story and sparking talks of a season 2.

  4. 5 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Agent Kim Reactivated finale sparks shock speculation among Vietnamese fans

    The final episode of Agent Kim Reactivated airs 24 July, achieving 21.5 % viewership in Vietnam. Preview shows a deadly showdown that could lead to a tragic ending, sparking tears and vows to quit Korean dramas

  5. 7 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    South Korean series 'Agent Kim Reactivated' debuts AI‑generated three‑minute action sequence on Netflix

    Netflix’s South Korean drama 'Agent Kim Reactivated' features the first AI‑generated three‑minute action sequence in a Korean live‑action series and previews a high‑stakes battle in episodes 9‑10.

  6. 9 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Agent Kim Reactivated cast heads to Guam for reward trip

    The cast of SBS’s hit drama Agent Kim Reactivated will vacation in Guam from Aug 18‑21 after achieving 23 % domestic ratings and topping Netflix’s non‑English series chart in 19 countries.

  7. 12 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Actress Son Na-eun showcases action role in Netflix’s ‘Agent Kim’ and opens up on her idol image

    Actress Son Na-eun stars in Netflix’s “Agent Kim,” displaying strong action styling, and in a YouTube interview she addressed her idol image and recent Apink absences.

  8. 13 days ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources
    South Korean Drama ‘Agent Kim Reactivated’ Leads Weekly TV Rankings

    ‘Agent Kim Reactivated’ tops Korean drama rankings and features a showdown between So Ji Sub and Joo Sang Wook in its July 17 episode.

  9. 17 days ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources
    Agent Kim: Reactivated releases episode 7, highlights AI-generated action scenes

    Agent Kim: Reactivated released episode 7 on 17 July 2026, achieving a 15.7 % rating, and showcased a three‑minute AI‑generated action sequence created with the AICRON platform.

  10. 20 days ago

    [CULTURE] 9 sources
    Agent Kim Reactivated Sets AI Milestone and Record Ratings on SBS

    Agent Kim Reactivated pioneered a full AI‑generated action scene and hit a 22.3% rating, a record for SBS’s Friday‑Saturday slot, becoming the network’s second‑highest‑rated drama.

  11. 23 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    South Korean series ‘Kim Bu‑Jang’ tops Netflix non‑English show rankings

    ‘Kim Bu‑Jang’, starring So Ji‑sub, hits No. 1 on Netflix’s non‑English chart with 10.5 M views, tops rankings in 11 countries, and records a 21.6 % SBS rating in South Korea.

  12. 23 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Agent Kim Reactivated Rises to Global Top‑2 on Netflix, Leads Charts in 28 Countries

    Agent Kim Reactivated is Netflix’s global #2 hit, topping charts in 28 countries and ranking high in the US, France, Germany and Vietnam.

  13. 25 days ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources
    South Korean Drama ‘Agent Kim Reactivated’ Hits Record Ratings Amid Controversy

    ‘Agent Kim Reactivated’ outperformed with a 21.6% rating, becoming a 2026 breakout hit while confronting controversy over its webtoon creator; the drama also led weekly buzz rankings, with So Ji‑Sub topping the

  14. 28 days ago

    [CULTURE] 12 sources
    Agent Kim Reactivated tops Korean TV ratings, hits 21.6% viewership

    Agent Kim Reactivated hit a 21.6% nationwide rating for episode 4, becoming SBS’s third‑highest Friday‑Saturday drama, entered Netflix’s global top 10, and revived controversy over its webtoon creator’s alleged

  15. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Netflix's Korean thriller Agent Kim Reactivated tops global charts

    Netflix’s South Korean series Agent Kim Reactivated, starring So Ji‑sub, launched 26 June 2026 with a weekly two‑episode rollout and rapidly rose to become a global streaming hit.

  16. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    So Ji‑sub's 'Agent Kim Reactivated' reaches No. 3 on Netflix global TV rankings

    So Ji‑sub's drama “Agent Kim Reactivated” hit a 15 % rating in Korea and rose to No. 3 on Netflix’s global TV chart, topping eight countries and drawing millions of viewers.

  17. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    South Korean drama “Kim Manager” surges to 15% ratings amid behind‑the‑scenes buzz

    “So Ji‑sub’s behind‑the‑scenes posts and a new North‑Korea spy subplot have helped South Korea’s ‘Kim Manager’ jump to 15% ratings, the highest in five years.”

  18. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    South Korean drama 'Agent Kim Reactivated' tops Netflix, boosts So Ji Sub's fame

    Korean drama *Agent Kim Reactivated* tops Netflix charts worldwide, hits record ratings in Korea and fuels praise for lead So Ji Sub, while Yoon Kyung Ho kept a 13‑hour silence stunt.

  19. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Netflix series 'Agent Kim: Reactivated' draws high ratings in South Korea

    Netflix's South Korean drama 'Agent Kim: Reactivated' hit 15.7% viewership on SBS, following ex‑spy father So Ji‑sub as he rescues his daughter, earning praise for realistic action and strong performances.

  20. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Paramount+ launches 'Average Joe' Season 2 as Netflix debuts K‑drama 'Agent Kim Reactivated

    Paramount+ adds 'Average Joe' Season 2, set in Cape Town, while Netflix premieres 'Agent Kim Reactivated', a Korean drama about a bank manager turned former Black‑Ops operative to find his missing daughter.

  21. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    So Ji Sub's New Drama 'Agent Kim Reactivated' Trailer Released

    So Ji Sub's drama “Agent Kim Reactivated” unveiled its trailer, previewing a secret‑agent dad rescuing his daughter; the series launches June 26 on SBS and Netflix.

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