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The return of corrupt judge Lee Han-young, who was a slave to a large law firm, to the past 10 years ago. He makes new choices to punish evil and implement justice.
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The Judge Returns premiered January 2, 2026. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
The return of corrupt judge Lee Han-young, who was a slave to a large law firm, to the past 10 years ago. He makes new choices to punish evil and implement justice.
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Episode 1
Lee Han-young, a former corrupt judge, comes to his senses after presiding over a trial involving Gojin Chemical.
Guest stars Kim Dong-jun, Kim Song-il, Ahn Nae-sang, Kim Pub-lae, Jung Hee-tae, Hwang Young-hee, Jeong Jae-seong, Jang Jae-ho
Episode 2
Lee is assassinated but miraculously travels back in time, determined to right his wrongs.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Jung Hee-tae, Hwang Young-hee, Jang Jae-ho, Kim Dong-yong, Baek Gil-seong, Hyun Young-gyun, Bae In-hyuk
Episode 3
Lee attempts to right wrongful convictions he made in the past and is determined to avoid making the same mistakes.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Jung Hee-tae, Hwang Young-hee, Jang Jae-ho, Heo Hyung-kyu, Seong Byeong-suk, Bae In-hyuk, Shim Hye-rim
Episode 4
Seoul presents a hidden advantage to Lee and he forms an alliance with Prosecutor Kim Jin-a.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Jung Hee-tae, Hwang Young-hee, Jang Jae-ho, Heo Hyung-kyu, Seong Byeong-suk, Park Shi-yoon, Yoon Jae-chan
Episode 5
A step closer to finding his killer, Lee makes a bold decision and pledges false allegiance to Kang Sin-jin.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Hwang Young-hee, Jeong Jae-seong, Seong Byeong-suk, Yoon Jae-in, Jun Hee-ryeon, Kim Beong-choun, Han Sang-jo
Episode 6
Judge Lee obtains incriminating evidence of Woo and continues to expand his influence.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Jung Hee-tae, Hwang Young-hee, Jeong Jae-seong, Jang Jae-ho, Seong Byeong-suk, Kim Young-pil, Yoo Yong
Episode 7
Judge Lee continues to gain Kang Sin-jin's trust, while discovering more corruption.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Jung Hee-tae, Hwang Young-hee, Jeong Jae-seong, Jang Jae-ho, Heo Hyung-kyu, Seong Byeong-suk, Kim Young-pil
Episode 8
Kang is wary of Lee and sets out to test his loyalty.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Jung Hee-tae, Hwang Young-hee, Jeong Jae-seong, Jang Jae-ho, Kim Young-pil, Yoo Yong, Yoon Jae-chan
Episode 9
Lee and his allies devise a plan to intercept Kang's hidden funds but meet with an unexpected obstacle.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Hwang Young-hee, Jeong Jae-seong, Jang Jae-ho, Heo Hyung-kyu, Kim Young-pil, Yoo Yong, Yoon Jae-chan
Episode 10
Judge Lee and Kang Sin-jin begin to disagree, and Kang reveals a shocking truth to Lee.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Jung Hee-tae, Hwang Young-hee, Jeong Jae-seong, Kim Young-pil, Park Shi-yoon, Yoon Jae-chan, Kim Beong-choun
Episode 11
Judge Lee continues his partnership with Kang and secretly plots to take down a greater evil.
Guest stars Kim Song-il, Jung Hee-tae, Hwang Young-hee, Jeong Jae-seong, Jang Jae-ho, Seong Byeong-suk, Baek Gil-seong, Jun Hee-ryeon
Episode 12
As Judge Lee's plans begin to materialize, Kang continues to seize more control.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Jung Hee-tae, Heo Hyung-kyu, Kim Young-pil, Jun Hee-ryeon, Kim Tae-woo, Kim Byeong-gi, Jeon Jin-gi
Episode 13
Judge Lee reveals his true identity to Kang Sin-jin, but the worst is yet to come.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Jung Hee-tae, Park Shi-yoon, Yoon Jae-chan, Kim Tae-woo, Kim Byeong-gi, Jeon Jin-gi, Son Byung-ho
Episode 14
Judge Lee is determined to bring criminals to justice, but the fight is far from over.
Guest stars Ahn Nae-sang, Hwang Young-hee, Jeong Jae-seong, Jang Jae-ho, Heo Hyung-kyu, Seong Byeong-suk, Choi So-yoon, Kim Ra Hee
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
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