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Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Resident Playbook ending explained and the real reason why season 2 of the Hospital Playlist spin-off was cancelled
Resident Playbook ending explained: The 12th and final episode of Netflix's medical K-drama Resident Playbook, a spin-off of Hospital Playlist, aired on tvN and was released globally on Netflix on May 18, offering a fitting tribute to the lives of four OB-GYN residents. Despite a slow start, fans gradually warmed up to the familiar comfort the spin-off inherited from Hospital Playlist. As the story progressed, the characters found their rhythm, and what began as a tale of Gen-Z doctors navigating the chaos of residency ended on a heartfelt note, celebrating love, loss, and the small joys of life. Resident Playbook ending explained: A heartwarming goodbye to fans Resident Playbook, the comforting medical spin-off of Hospital Playlist, wrapped up its 12-episode run with a 100 minute finale that felt like a warm hug to fans. Created by Shin Won Ho and Lee Woo Jung, written by Kim Song Hee, and directed by Lee Min Soo, the series stars Go Youn Jung, Shin Si Ah, Han Ye Ji, Kang You Seok, and Jung Joon Won. The finale beautifully highlighted how much the OB-GYN residents have grown. Oh Yi Young (Go Youn Jung), who originally just wanted to pay off her debt, chose patient care over her New Year break. Pyo Nam Kyung (Shin Si Ah), who had struggled with emotional boundaries, composed herself after losing a patient and responded professionally when duty called. Their journeys, along with those of Um Jae Il (Kang You Seok) and Kim Sa Bi (Han Ye Ji), felt genuine and deeply relatable. The romantic storylines also reached touching conclusions. Yi Young found unexpected love in Goo Do Won (Jung Joon-won), a fourth-year resident. Um Jae Il finally confessed to Sa Bi, and Pyo Nam Kyung's intern hinted at feelings for her, bringing her arc full circle after the heartbreak she faced early in the series. In another touching moment, Oh Joo Young, Yi Young's older sister, and Koo Seung Won, Do Won's older brother, come to a heartbreaking decision. After several failed IVF attempts, the couple chooses to stop trying for a child. In her final monologue, Joo Young acknowledges that while having a child might have completed their family in the way they once imagined, she's ready to seek happiness in other places. Most importantly, she resolves to stop blaming herself for something beyond her control. Oh Yi Young was prepared to quit her job after winning the lottery, which would have finally cleared her debts. But she missed the deadline to claim the prize, leaving her with no choice but to continue into her second year of residency. Though she is initially hesitant about starting her second year of residency, she's simply happy to see familiar faces again. By the end of the final episode, she's shown receiving a call on her first day as a second-year resident, hinting that her journey in the medical field is far from over. What truly made Resident Playbook special, though, was the seamless integration of Hospital Playlist cameos and callbacks throughout the show. Each episode featured a familiar face, with the finale closing on a nostalgic note as the couple Kim Dae Myung and Kim Hye In appeared, fittingly so, as they belonged to the OB-GYN department in Hospital Playlist. Fans praise Resident Playbook finale and call for Hospital Playlist season 3 The Resident Playbook finale moved fans, who praised its heartfelt storytelling and character growth of the first-year residents. Many were especially in awe of cameos from Hospital Playlist and are now calling for a long-awaited Season 3. For viewers, the spin-off reignited their love for the original series and left them wanting more from the Yulje universe. Fans discussed the finale on the Reddit subreddit r/KDRAMA, with one user writing, "First things first, I was watching till the end like Hospital Playlist S1 and hoping we get a Resident Playbook will be back message in the end, but we got a bittersweet goodbye and possibly bookending HP and RP together with those lovely end credit photos." Another user wrote, "This was a wholesome series to tune into every weekend, featuring personal growth and resilience while still maintaining what makes each of the residents the people that they are deep down. I really hope that there will be a season 2 despite all the setbacks that occurred for the series. RP was so refreshing in its own unique way as someone who normally tunes in for the crime/mystery genres!" "Loved it, the character development, learning process, although there were so many mistakes and too much sorry. Happy and smiling, watching the whole series and crying in between. Hope there is next season. Goodbye, residents, for now," a third user wrote. Personally, Hospital Playlist came during a time of need. I was laid off during the pandemic, and it gave me the strength to keep going. A little over three years since the season ended, Resident Playbook brought much-needed respite during a difficult period I'm navigating. "Safe to say, Resident Playbook also revitalized the fandom in some way. I do still hope Season 3 for HP is on the table and maybe even a Season 2 for RP. Absolutely adored the cameo appearances in the last hour of the finale," wrote another fan. Check out more comments in the Reddit thread below: Why was Resident Playbook 2 cancelled? Despite calls for a second season of Resident Playbook, another installment isn't in the works. The show was initially labeled a "limited series," a term often used to signal a one-season format with a complete storyline. In February 2024, South Korea faced a large-scale medical strike after the government proposed increasing the annual medical school enrollment quota by 2,000, bringing the total to 5,058 starting in 2025. Thousands of doctors, residents, and interns resigned or paused their studies in protest, and the series was affected by the disruption. While season 1 had already faced delays, reports suggest that the decision not to move forward with a second season also stemmed from concerns about portraying the lives of medical residents in a way that might seem overly idealized. The creators were reportedly wary of encouraging young people to enter the medical field without fully grasping its demands or possessing the right skills. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Indian Express
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Netflix's Resident Playbook pulls in highest viewership ahead of finale; Crushology 101 ends in disappointment, Haunted Palace still unbeatable
New medical K-drama Resident Playbook aired its penultimate episode on May 17, recording its highest viewership to date. The Go Youn Jung, Jung Jun Won, Kang You Seok starrer, which failed to recreate the magic of the original Hospital Playlist among the domestic audiences, pulled in dramatic viewership on Netflix, where the show has been dominating the non-English TV series genre for weeks. On the other hand, the Korean horror thriller Haunted Palace has maintained its reign on both ends with an unbeatable score. New K-dramas like Tastefully Yours and Dear Hongrang have already debuted on OTT to replace the current lineup. Meanwhile, Amazon Prime Video's Crushology ended with disappointing ratings. Also Read | Dear Hongrang: 3 key points to look out for before watching Netflix's new historical romance, starring Lee Jae Wook and Jo Bo Ah According to Nielsen Korea, on May 17, the medical K-drama revolving around the life and daily chaos of first-year OBGYN residents at Yulje Medical Centre received an average nationwide rating of 6.6 percent, marking its highest Saturday ratings, though it is typically low compared to its Sunday scores. With just one episode to go, it became the most-watched show on the cable network. On Netflix, Resident Playbook pulled in 2.1M views this week with 5 weeks in the Top 10. Currently, it's trending at No. 6 with a Top 10 placement in 16 countries. The show will air its finale on May 18. SBS' The Haunted Palace, starring Bona, Yook Sung Jae, Kim Ji Hoon, and Kim Young Kwang, scored a nationwide average of 9.8 percent on May 17. The show is streaming on Netflix in select areas and returns every Friday and Saturday with a new episode. The fantasy romance horror revolves around a government officer, Yoon Gap, who works for a palace and holds a high reputation with a charismatic personality. But things turn upside down when one day he gets possessed by an Imoogi creature linked to Yeo Ri, whose first love was Yoon Gap. Soon, whispers about his strange behaviour start swirling around, with people around him questioning his antics. The show maintains its most-watched miniseries title for the week. Also Read | Resident Playbook: 5 reasons to watch this Netflix medical drama if you loved Hospital Playlist Crushology 101 ended its run with a 0.8 percent rating on MBC. The show is streaming on Amazon Prime Video for the global audience and stars Roh Jeong Eui, Lee Chae Min, Jo Joon Young, and Hong Min Gyi. Airing during the same time slot as Haunted Palace clearly didn't benefit the teenage romance show that tried recreating the magic of high school classics like True Beauty and Lovely Runner. According to IMDb, the show revolves around 'Bunny, a top sculpture student, who struggles with self-esteem after a failed relationship. Her life changes when she meets Hwang Jae Yul, a warm design student, and Cha Ji Won, a perfect chaebol heir.' Meanwhile, Son Suk Ku, Kim Hye Ja, and Han Ji Min's Heavenly After scored a nationwide average of 6.1 percent rating for its Saturday episode. On Netflix, the romance fantasy K-drama ranks five, a point below Weak Hero 2, and pulled in 2.1M views this week after spending 3 weeks in the Top 10. The limited series revolves around a couple who reunite in heaven, but the only problem is that he is in his thirties while she's in her eighties.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Resident Playbook' will not have season 2 due to THIS reason
'Resident Playbook' The rising medical K-drama ' Resident Playbook ' has been called off after just a handful of episodes, despite achieving major success in viewership and international rankings. The drama, which had only just begun to find its rhythm with audiences worldwide, will not be continuing beyond its initial 12-episode run. The OTT platform has decided not to renew 'Resident Playbook' for a second season. A spin-off of the beloved ' Hospital Playlist ', this fresh series introduced a new generation of medical interns navigating the complexities of South Korea's healthcare system. With rising stars such as Go Youn Jung, Shin Si Ah, Han Ye Ji, Kang You Seok, and Jung Joon Won at the forefront, the show steadily built momentum after a slightly delayed and controversial launch. According to The Korea Times, it garnered 2.8 million views in a single week and secured a position in the top three of the global non-English TV rankings. It also topped the charts in six countries, including India, and landed in the top 10 in over 14 nations worldwide. Despite its growing fanbase and critical acclaim, the production has now been labelled a 'limited series'—a term often used to signal a conclusive single-season format. This reclassification has effectively dashed any hopes of a continuation, disappointing viewers who had embraced the show's emotional depth and topical relevance. The series' fourth episode achieved its best domestic performance; however, its viewership was slightly eclipsed by the debut of another anticipated drama, Heavenly Ever After, starring Son Suk Ku and Kim Hye Ja. Set within the OB-GYN department of the fictional Yulje Hospital, 'Resident Playbook' focused on four Gen Z interns grappling with long shifts, ethical dilemmas, and their own doubts about the demanding career path they had chosen. The storyline also struck a chord within the national conversation, as it paralleled real-life tensions in South Korea's medical field. The series premiered shortly after a wave of protests and mass resignations by doctors, sparked by a controversial policy aimed at increasing medical school admissions. Many critics feared the drama might romanticize the very struggles that professionals have been protesting against. While the show offered an authentic portrayal of the challenges faced by young doctors in a high-pressure environment, it appears the complex blend of real-world controversy and dramatized storytelling may have impacted its long-term viability. Nonetheless, for many viewers, 'Resident Playbook' stood out for its heartfelt narrative and compelling characters.
Indian Express
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Netflix cancels new medical K-drama's second season after just four episodes, despite huge popularity and top ranking
Fans of Hospital Playlist who hopped on its new spinoff while waiting for the original to get renewed for a third season might not be too happy with Netflix's decision to pull the plug on the new show. Earlier this month, the OTT platform released Resident Playbook, starring Go Youn Jung, Shin Si Ah, Han Ye Ji, Kang You Seok, and Jung Joon Won. Despite a slow start and a debut clouded by controversies tied to South Korea's recent health crisis, the show gained momentum and is now one of the most-watched K-dramas globally. Netflix cancels Resident Playbook In its classic scrapping style, Netflix has slapped a 'limited series' tag on Resident Playbook, which means that after a 12-episode run (already shorter than the traditional 16-22 episode format most K-dramas follow), there's no chance of a renewal. No official confirmation has come from the makers yet, but the streamer clearly isn't keen on bringing a sequel on board. The move comes as a surprise, especially since the show pulled in around 2.8 million views this week alone, after spending two straight weeks at the top of Netflix's non-English TV chart. This week, it's sitting comfortably at the number 3 spot and is currently the number 1 show in six countries, including India. It's also in the top 10 in 14 countries, including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Thailand, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and more. Speaking of Resident Playbook's domestic rating, according to Nielsen Korea, the show's fourth episode pulled in an average nationwide rating of 5.1, marking its personal best. The drama was also named the most popular among key demographic viewers aged between 20 to 49. However, the show's rising popularity was slightly overshadowed by the arrival of Son Suk Ku and Kim Hye Ja's Heavenly Ever After, which debuted with a nationwide rating of 6.1 percent, claiming the top spot in its time slots across all cable channels. Resident Playbook controversy Resident Playbook's premiere was delayed repeatedly, probably due to the show's subject intersecting with the controversy that triggered a massive health crisis in South Korea last year. Back in 2024, many residents and doctors took to the streets in protest, and the country saw mass resignations from the health department after the government proposed increasing medical school admissions. Those protesting argued that mass admissions would lower the quality of medical education, and the core issues, low pay, overwork, and constant stress, would once again be ignored. In the latest move, however, according to the Korea Times, the government has frozen the earlier order passed during former President Yoon Suk Yeol's term. Meanwhile, some still believe the show risks romanticising resident life amid the ongoing controversy. Resident Playbook revolves around four Gen Z interns who join Yulje Hospital's OB-GYN department (again, one of the most debated departments in South Korea's medical field) as it struggles to find new recruits amid the country's declining birth rate. The K-drama shows how these first-year students handle crises, their way of confronting issues, speaking their minds, constantly thinking of quitting, and not being ready to settle for the hustle culture just yet.
