Release Date & Time of When The Phone Rings Episode 7

When The Phone Rings episode 7 will be released on December 20 at 9.50 p.m. KST on MBC. Later, the episode will drop on Netflix around midnight KST, 10 a.m. ET, 7 a.m. PT, 9 a.m. CT, 4 p.m. BST and 8.30 p.m. IST.

When The Phone Rings Ep 7 Preview: A Heart-Stopping Turn as Enemies Become Allies

After weeks of nail-biting tension, the icy dynamic between Hong Hee-joo and Paik Sa-eon will change drastically in the upcoming episode. As per the episode 7 preview, Paik Sa-eon regrets not taking care of Hee-joo. The short trailer of the upcoming episode unveils a fascinating evolution in the duo’s relationship, as Paik Sa-eon’s ruthless facade begins to crack, revealing a surprising protective instinct toward Hee-joo. This alliance comes at a crucial moment, suggesting that an even more significant threat may lurk in the shadows. The contract marriage trope always has a protagonist who is secretly affectionate towards the other character, and it seems like Hee-joo is about to see a romantic side of Sa-eon that she has never seen before. Meanwhile, the mysterious kidnapper has threatened Hee-joo about the consequences of breaching their deal. The teaser shows the kidnapper has reached Hee-joo’s residence to get his phone back. Elsewhere, the mystery of orphans disappearing from the NGO takes a new turn. Fans believe the kidnapper could be connected with the orphan’s disappearance story. At the almost halfway mark of “When The Phone Rings,” many questions remain unanswered. Episodes 7 and 8 also might shed light on the connection between Paik Sa-eon and the kidnapper and if the latter is somehow tied to Sa-eon’s recurring nightmares.

“When The Phone Rings” Gets Best Ratings At Halfway Mark

MBC’s “When The Phone Rings” has also seen a massive peak in its viewers’ ratings as it crossed the halfway mark. Episode 6 of the drama scored a whopping 6.9 on the Nielsen Korea chart, showing the drama’s growing popularity in South Korea. Internationally, the drama has performed equally well in capturing global audiences’ hearts. The drama ranked second on Netflix’s Top 10 non-English drama list for the second week of December, with over 4.3 million views this week.

The show’s meteoric rise in viewership suggests that its blend of psychological tension, masterful storytelling, and compelling performances has struck a powerful chord with viewers, proving once again that Korean drama’s golden age shows no signs of dimming. With each ring of the mysterious phone, more viewers around the globe are answering the call to this addictive series.