Key Points:
- When the Phone Rings is a 12-episode South Korean TV series.
- Finale dates: Episode 11 on January 3, 2025, and Episode 12 on January 4, 2025.
- Weekly release schedule: Fridays and Saturdays at 9:50 PM KST (7:50 AM ET) on MBC TV and Netflix.
- The story explores the relationship between Paik Sa-eon and Hong Hee-joo, blending romance with suspense.
When the Phone Rings have captivated audiences since its premiere on November 22, 2024, with its thrilling blend of romance and suspense, the 12-episode series, adapted from The Number You Have Dialed by Geon Eomul-nyeo, is nearing its finale, set to air on January 4, 2025.
When the Phone Rings Episode Count and Release Schedule
Total Episodes: 12
Release Schedule: Weekly on Fridays and Saturdays
While many K-dramas have 16 to 22 episodes per season When the Phone Rings follows the trend of shorter series. Despite a two-week hiatus in early December, the show has adhered to its schedule, with 10 episodes released so far. Here’s the breakdown:
| Episode | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Episode 1 | November 22, 2024 |
| Episode 2 | November 23, 2024 |
| Episode 3 | November 29, 2024 |
| Episode 4 | November 30, 2024 |
| Episode 5 | December 13, 2024 |
| Episode 6 | December 14, 2024 |
| Episode 7 | December 20, 2024 |
| Episode 8 | December 21, 2024 |
| Episode 9 | December 27, 2024 |
| Episode 10 | December 28, 2024 |
| Episode 11 | January 3, 2025 |
| Episode 12 | January 4, 2025 |
Episodes are available on MBC TV and Netflix at 9:50 PM KST (7:50 AM ET).
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What to Expect from the When the Phone Rings Finale
The penultimate episode, released on January 3, 2025, is expected to delve deeper into the evolving dynamics between Paik Sa-eon and Hong Hee-joo. Episode 10 ended on a gripping note, with Do-jae discovering he was chasing the wrong Sa-eon, leading to a tense confrontation.
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Key Events So Far:
- Paik Sa-eon and Hong Hee-joo transition from a strained arranged marriage to mutual care and understanding.
- Episode 10’s cliffhanger featured Hee-joo escaping danger and a dramatic showdown between two Sa-eons.
Don’t miss the final episodes on January 3 and January 4, streaming on Netflix and airing on MBC TV at 9:50 PM KST.
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