'Doctor X' delivers satisfying dose of justice with Kim Ji-won at center
“Doctor X” took aim at doctors chasing power and personal interests within the hospital, delivering a satisfying blow against corruption from its very first episode. At the center is Gye Su-jeong, a brilliant surgeon played by Kim Ji-won, in a rare female lead role for a medical drama. SBS' "Doctor X: Mafia in White," which premiered Friday, is a medical drama centered on Gye, also known as…
"Doctor X" delivered a powerful message of justice, shining a light on corruption within the hospital system from its very first episode. Gye Su-jeong, played by Kim Ji-won, serves as the central figure in this rare medical drama featuring a female lead. The series, titled "Doctor X: Mafia in White" and premiering on SBS, centers around Gye, whose exceptional surgical skills and unwavering determination to reject failure or compromise make her a formidable force against deeply entrenched corruption.
Nielsen Korea reported that the premiere episode achieved remarkable viewership figures, with 11.4 percent nationwide and 11.2 percent in the Seoul metropolitan area, peaking at an impressive 12.9 percent. This marked the highest-rated premiere among miniseries debuting in 2026, firmly establishing "Doctor X" as a standout show from the outset.
The first episode introduced viewers to Gye, a temporary doctor assigned to Guseo University Hospital, as she confronted the hospital's hierarchy and corruption while showcasing her unparalleled surgical expertise. Gye's interactions with Jang Hee-sook, portrayed by Lee Jung-eun, added depth to the narrative as they encountered a customer who suddenly collapsed, setting the stage for the intense conflict between Gye and the hospital's corrupt powers.
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