The Judge Returns (2026)
Judge Lee Han Yeong, who believed justice could be achieved in the courtroom, defied his superiors' orders and sentenced a conglomerate chairman to life in prison, only to be killed for it. But was it because of the secrets he overheard as a child? Retaining all his memories, he is given a second chance at life. The world needs him, Lee Han Yeong, the heretic of the judiciary who knows only justice. Kim Jin A is a prosecutor determined to take down the corporate chairman responsible for her father’s death.
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~~ Adapted from the web novel "Judge Lee Han Yeong" (판사 이한영) written by Lee Hae Nal (이해날).
Native Title: 판사 이한영
Also Known As: Pansa Lee Han Yeong , Judge Lee Han Yeong
Director: Lee Jae Jin
Genres: Action, Mystery, Law, Fantasy
Tags: Chief Justice Supporting Character, Slight Suspense, Adapted From A Web Novel, Best Friends' Relationship, Courtroom Setting, Ex-spouse Relationship, Personal Assistant Supporting Character, Judge Male Lead, Reporter Supporting Character, Prosecutor Supporting Character
Details
Title: The Judge Returns
Type: Drama
Format: Standard Series
Country: South Korea
Episodes: 14
Aired: Jan 2, 2026 - Feb 14, 2026
Aired On: Friday, Saturday
Original Network: MBC
Duration: 1 hr. 10 min.
Content Rating: 15+ - Teens 15 or older
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Ranked: #37538
Popularity: #5151
Watchers: 3,180
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