JTBC's 'The World of the Married' Rated '19+' up to Episode 6... "A Choice to Portray Reality"

JTBC Fri-Sat drama 'The World of the Married' poster / Photo by JTBC

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Lim Ju-hyung] The JTBC original Friday-Saturday drama "The World of the Married," based on the British BBC drama "Doctor Foster," will premiere on the 27th.

"The World of the Married" depicts the story of a couple whose bond, once believed to be love, is severed by betrayal, plunging them into an emotional whirlwind. It tells the story of a couple who, caught in a mix of love and hate, desperately strangle each other’s throats.

In the drama, actress Kim Hee-ae plays the role of Ji Sun-woo, a self-made family medicine specialist. Meanwhile, actor Park Hae-joon takes on the role of Lee Tae-oh, Ji Sun-woo’s husband, acting alongside Kim Hee-ae.

The drama received an 18+ rating up to episode 6 following a review. Regarding this, the production team explained that it was a choice made to realistically portray "The World of the Married."

Meanwhile, "The World of the Married" is based on the BBC's "Doctor Foster." "Doctor Foster," which first aired in 2015, recorded a viewership share of 31.4%, attracting more than three times the audience of competing channels. It aired seasons 1 and 2 and is currently preparing for the production of season 3.

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