
In a dystopian Korea where society has collapsed and distrust in leaders runs deep, Head Trial Judge Kang, known as the "Devil Judge," runs a brutal courtroom reality show, punishing the guilty with ruthless precision. His mysterious persona divides public opinion—some view him as a hero, while others suspect his true intentions. A bitter rivalry ensues between the "Devil Judge" and the ambitious Jung Sun Ah, a corporate foundation director. Amidst this chaos, two childhood friends, rookie Judge Kim Ga On and Police Officer Yoon Soo Hyun, strive for true justice, challenging both the scheming Jung Sun Ah and the notorious Kang.
Synopsis: MyDramaList
The Devil Judge is a Korean drama from 2021 that aired on tvN, with 16 episodes. It mixes mystery, law and crime. It stars Ji Sung and Kim Min Jung and is directed by Choi Jung Gyu. Its story tags include Dark Fiction, Judge Male Lead and Manipulative Female Lead. If you enjoyed it, try Law School or Vincenzo.
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