Doctor Slump Episode 1: Release Date & Streaming Guide

JTBC is back with another romance and exciting drama called Doctor Slump. This Korean drama has been on the list of global drama fans since the previous year. The excitement for the new episode of Doctor Slump is at its peak and we hope it will serve the expectations of the fans. 

Doctor Slump is a comedy romance drama will tells the love story of two high schoolers who were enemies at first however when they meet again after years, will their relationship change? Let’s find out more about the drama and don’t forget to read this blog till the end. 

Directed by Oh Hyun Jong, Doctor Slumps focuses on topics like psychology and stress burnout too. The first episode is scheduled to be released this upcoming Saturday from its original network JTBC. 

The interesting fact about the drama which makes it more exciting for fans is the main cast. The male lead role is played by Park Hyung Sik as Yeo Jeong Woo and Park Shin Hye as Nam Ha Neul. Fans are excited to see the chemistry of the couple after a decade. 

The couple was before seen in the popular drama “Heirs” which was released 10 years ago. However, their chemistry in Heir’s was also appreciable and therefore fans are thrilled to the both back on screen. Also, actress Park Shin Hye is making her comeback after three years, so fans are curious to see her back on screen. 

Plot

Doctor Slump begins with the introduction to the main leads of the drama. Yeong Jeong Woo is the ace student in the school who now is one of the most successful and popular plastic surgeons however after being embroiled in a medical accident his career starts falling and the only thing that remains with him is debt. 

On the other hand, Nam Ha Neul is a topper and nerd who always dreamed of becoming a doctor professor. However, her life doesn’t go as planned. After a lot of struggles, she became an anesthesiologist in the hospital however even after dedicating herself to work her boss ignored her hard work. 

After being diagnosed with depression due to work she decides to follow her happiness and resigns from the hospital. Jeong Woo on one hand is penniless whereas Ha Neul is jobless. the enemies bump into each other in the rooftop room they rented to move out. 

The worst slump brings the enemies together. However, it will be exciting to see if the slump is actually that worse. Going back to their high school to know why they hate each other. Jeong Woo was the topper of his class and enjoyed the popularity of being the smartest. 

However, when the new topper Ha Neul transfers to the same school as his class, the rivalry begins from there. In one class only there can be only one topper therefore both would always get on each other’s nerves. 

But now when life has put both into their worst situation will they realise the real meaning of life and its purpose? Sharing the same grief and pain both get close to each other in unexpected ways however the enmity between them still keeps them away from confessing their true feelings. 

Can these two messed up adults will be able to resolve their emotions and profession at the same time? Join in this funny and emotional ride to the love story of enemies to lovers.  

Release Date & Streaming Guide 

Doctor Slump Episode 1 will be released this coming Saturday, 27th January 2024. The first upcoming episode of this romcom K-drama will be released at different times in different regions. Hence, the release day and hour of Doctor Slump, Episode 1 is provided below: 

• Korean Standard Time (KST): 10:30 pm, Saturday, 27th January 2024
• Time in the Philippines (PHT): 9:30 pm, Saturday, 27th January 2024
• Pacific Time (PST): 6:30 am, Saturday, 27th January 2024
• Time in Thailand: 8:30 pm, Saturday, 27th January 2024
• Eastern Standard Time (EST): 9:30 am Saturday, 27th January 2024
• Japan Standard Time (JST): 10:30 pm Saturday, 27th January 2024

Doctor Slump’s first episode will be showcased on the JTBC and TVING network channels which are accessible to local Korean fans through their cable.

International fans can rest assured, as the drama will also be available to watch on Netflix, with English subtitles, with every new episode released every Saturday and Sunday.