# Kim Ji-won's 'Dr. X' Hits 19.5% Rating as It Races So Ji-sub's 'Mr. Kim' for Year-End Awards

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- Published: 2026-10-27T14:39:33.025Z
- Publisher: Unnie Note

> SBS drama 'Dr. X: The Era of the White Mafia' reached a 19.5% nationwide rating in its sixth episode, according to Nielsen Korea.

## Key points

1. Episode 6 set a new series high, with a peak of 21.3%
2. Dr. X ranked No. 4 on Netflix's global TOP 10 TV shows list
3. Its rating race with So Ji-sub's 'Mr. Kim' is drawing attention for year-end drama awards

## What is 'Dr. X: The Era of the White Mafia' about?

SBS's Saturday-Sunday drama 'Dr. X: The Era of the White Mafia' stars Kim Ji-won as Gye Su-jeong, a doctor who volunteers in the war-torn country of Lagota. The sixth episode aired on October 24 and drew a nationwide rating of 19.5%, according to Nielsen Korea.

## How have the ratings changed?

The drama has climbed every week. It opened at 11.4%, then rose to 14.9%, 15.1%, 18.5%, 17.5%, and finally 19.5%, according to Nielsen Korea. Its peak in the sixth episode reached 21.3%, a new high for the series.

| Episode | Nationwide rating |
|---|---|
| 1 | 11.4% |
| 2 | 14.9% |
| 3 | 15.1% |
| 4 | 18.5% |
| 5 | 17.5% |
| 6 | 19.5% |

## Why is it being compared with So Ji-sub's drama?

So Ji-sub's drama 'Mr. Kim' reached a 20% rating in four episodes. Both actors are in the running for year-end acting awards, so media coverage is focused on which drama's momentum will hold.

## For international fans

'Dr. X' is also a hit on Netflix, where it ranked No. 1 on Korea's TOP 10 TV shows list and No. 4 on the global list, entering the TOP 10 in 67 countries. Check Netflix in your region to see whether it is available.

## FAQ

### What is Dr. X about?

Dr. X: The Era of the White Mafia follows Gye Su-jeong, played by Kim Ji-won, a doctor who volunteers in the war-torn country of Lagota.

### How high has Dr. X's rating gone?

The sixth episode drew a nationwide rating of 19.5% and a peak of 21.3%, according to Nielsen Korea.

### Where can international viewers watch Dr. X?

The drama is available on Netflix, where it ranked No. 4 on the global TOP 10 TV shows list. Availability can vary by country.

## Sources

- [www.osen.co.kr](https://www.osen.co.kr/article/G1112897861)

_Written and translated with AI from official announcements and Korean media reports. If something is wrong, please let us know._