Good Boy (TV series)
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Good Boy (Korean: 굿보이) is a 2025 South Korean action comedy television series written by Lee Dae-il, directed by Shim Na-yeon, and starring Park Bo-gum, Kim So-hyun, Oh Jung-se, Lee Sang-yi, Heo Sung-tae, and Tae Won-seok. It centers around former sports heroes who become police officers. The series had its world premiere in Bangkok, Thailand attended by Park, Kim, and Lee on May 31, 2025. It aired on JTBC on the same day and airs every Saturday and Sunday at 22:40 (KST). It is also available for streaming on several platforms including Netflix and Disney+ in South Korea, and Amazon Prime Video globally. The series received positive reviews from critics with particular praise for its stylish direction, blockbuster-level production, original soundtrack, and Park's compelling performance as an action hero.
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| No. inseries | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | |
| 1 | "Our Twisted Hero"Transliteration: "Urideurui ilgeureojin yeongung" (Korean: 우리들의 일그러진 영웅) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | May 31, 2025 (2025-05-31) | |
| Following his troublemaking, Dong-ju is reassigned to the Insung Metropolitan Police Agency, where he is regarded as a burden, and his fellow elite medalists also encounter prejudice and disdain. However, when a significant case arises, it rekindles their passion and determination. | |||||
| 2 | "Faster, Further, Stronger"Transliteration: "Deo ppalli deo nopi deo ganghage" (Korean: 더 빨리 더 높이 더 강하게) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | June 1, 2025 (2025-06-01) | |
| Following Man-sik's recommendation, a special criminal investigation unit is established with former world-class medalists. Prepared for a new beginning, every member comes on board with their individual aspirations and objectives, yet a concealed motive lies beneath the formation of this specialized team. | |||||
| 3 | "Million Dollar Baby"Transliteration: "Millieondalleo beibi" (Korean: 밀리언달러 베이비) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | June 7, 2025 (2025-06-07) | |
| Believing that Ju-yeong is the driver involved in the hit-and-run, Dong-ju rushes to gather proof. In the meantime, Jong-hyeon goes to the Prosecutors Office at Man-sik's urging to look into Gyeong-il's case, while Ju-yeong encounters someone in the shadows. | |||||
| 4 | "Float Like a Butterfly"Transliteration: "Nabicheoreom naraseo" (Korean: 나비처럼 날아서) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | June 8, 2025 (2025-06-08) | |
| The Special Criminal Investigation Team is now fully assembled with Han-na's rejoining and Jong-hyeon coming aboard. They initiate an extensive probe into Gyeong-il's demise and Min Ju-yeong. As they separate into groups and get closer to their objectives, Han-na receives the case files from her father. | |||||
| 5 | "Punch-Drunk Love"Transliteration: "Peonchi deureongkeu reobeu" (Korean: 펀치 드렁크 러브) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | June 14, 2025 (2025-06-14) | |
| The Special Criminal Investigation Team's abrupt interference during their investigation of Ju-yeong forces them to turn him over to the prosecution. After his vehicle accident, Dong-ju is taken to the hospital for examinations, and the team investigates Ju-yeong's real identity and his ties to the prosecution. | |||||
| 6 | "Counterpunch"Transliteration: "Kaunteo peonchi" (Korean: 카운터 펀치) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | June 15, 2025 (2025-06-15) | |
| Dong-ju finds Ju-yeong's burner phone while out on an inquiry with Han-na alone, using the surprise kiss as a pretext. The closer Dong-ju and Han-na become, the more anxious Jong-hyeon becomes. Drugmon, who is being watched at an apartment, starts making plans to get out in the meantime. | |||||
| 7 | "Par terre Par terre"Transliteration: "Patereu patereu" (Korean: 파테르 파테르) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | June 21, 2025 (2025-06-21) | |
| Dong-ju's assault puts the Special Criminal Investigation Team in a major crisis. Man-sik fights to keep the team together, while the others continue investigating Ju-yeong, weighed down by uncertainty. Meanwhile, Ju-yeong leaves the hospital and heads to an unknown destination. | |||||
| 8 | "The Aimless Bullet"Transliteration: "Obaltan" (Korean: 오발탄) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | June 22, 2025 (2025-06-22) | |
| The Special Criminal Investigation Team learns about Ju-yeong's drug trafficking and disguises themselves as a quarantine unit to infiltrate the customs office. Acting on a tip from Drugmon, they successfully locate the container concealing the drugs but fall directly into a trap laid by Ju-yeong. | |||||
| 9 | "Allez" (Korean: 알레) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | June 28, 2025 (2025-06-28) | |
| Dong-ju and Jong-hyeon race to save Han-na after she is abducted, only to become entangled in a fatal situation. A sudden gunshot is heard just when it looks like there is no way out. Will the squad survive after being shaken by an unexpected sacrifice? | |||||
| 10 | "Time-out" (Korean: 타임 아웃) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | June 29, 2025 (2025-06-29) | |
| The Special Criminal Investigation Team is dissolved. Dong-ju stealthily plots retaliation against Ju-yeong alone, but his careless action only serves to spark a bigger issue. Ju-yeong counterattacks after realizing his scheme. | |||||
| 11 | "Countdown" (Korean: 카운트다운) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | July 5, 2025 (2025-07-05) | |
| After their reunion, the Special Criminal Investigation Team discovers Ju-yeong's enormous secret. Ju-yeong becomes agitated with Dong-ju's suggestive countdown and acts frantically. | |||||
| 12 | "Foul" (Korean: 파울) | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | July 6, 2025 (2025-07-06) | |
| Dong-ju had his worst dilemma to date after falling into Ju-yeong's trap and suffering a serious injury. | |||||
| 13 | "Load, Start... Don't Stop" | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | July 12, 2025 (2025-07-12) | |
| Dong-ju and the group begin their last full-scale assault on Ju-yeong since there is no more option to escape. They immediately encounter strong counterattacks and unforeseen barriers as they charge ahead without hesitation. | |||||
| 14 | "Kings Never Die" | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | July 13, 2025 (2025-07-13) | |
| As they prepare for their final confrontation with Ju-yeong, Dong-ju and the team strive valiantly to prevail. Two guys who are determined to fight to the end are engaged in a fateful conflict. | |||||
| 15 | "On the Ropes" | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | July 19, 2025 (2025-07-19) | |
| A full-scale operation against Ju-yeong's cartel is initiated by the whole Insung Police Force. However, Ju-yeong's most deadly counterattack sends the city into complete disorder just as victory is about to be achieved. | |||||
| 16 | "We Are the Champions" | Shim Na-yeon | Lee Dae-il | July 20, 2025 (2025-07-20) | |
| In the middle of the confusion, Dong-ju and the group start their last conflict to decide the future of Insung City. | |||||
| Season | Episode number | Average | ||||||||||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | |||
| 1 | 1.169 | 1.320 | 1.436 | 1.426 | 1.489 | 1.564 | 1.565 | 1.595 | 1.403 | 1.559 | 1.349 | 1.370 | 1.715 | 1.725 | 1.588 | 1.998 | 1.517 | |
| Ep. | Original broadcast date | Average audience share(Nielsen Korea) | |
| Nationwide | Seoul | ||
| 1 | May 31, 2025 | 4.813% (1st) | 5.744% (1st) |
| 2 | June 1, 2025 | 5.251% (1st) | 5.589% (1st) |
| 3 | June 7, 2025 | 5.594% (1st) | 5.405% (1st) |
| 4 | June 8, 2025 | 5.318% (1st) | 5.784% (1st) |
| 5 | June 14, 2025 | 5.940% (1st) | 5.660% (1st) |
| 6 | June 15, 2025 | 6.210% (1st) | 5.917% (1st) |
| 7 | June 21, 2025 | 6.363% (1st) | 6.076% (1st) |
| 8 | June 22, 2025 | 6.423% (1st) | 6.483% (1st) |
| 9 | June 28, 2025 | 5.723% (1st) | 5.602% (1st) |
| 10 | June 29, 2025 | 6.079% (1st) | 5.987% (1st) |
| 11 | July 5, 2025 | 5.443% (1st) | 5.063% (1st) |
| 12 | July 6, 2025 | 5.532% (1st) | 4.910% (1st) |
| 13 | July 12, 2025 | 6.663% (1st) | 6.487% (1st) |
| 14 | July 13, 2025 | 6.642% (1st) | 6.943% (1st) |
| 15 | July 19, 2025 | 6.616% (1st) | 6.308% (1st) |
| 16 | July 20, 2025 | 8.125% (1st) | 7.702% (1st) |
| Average | 6.046% | 5.979% | |
| In the table above, the blue numbers represent the lowest ratings and the red numbers represent the highest ratings. This drama airs on a cable channel/pay TV which normally has a smaller audience share than free-to-air public broadcasters (KBS, SBS, MBC, and EBS). | |||
| Award ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
| APAN Star Awards | 2025 | Top Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries | Park Bo-gum | Pending | |
| Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards | 2025 | Best Actor | Park Bo-gum | Nominated | |
| Best Director | Shim Na-yeon | Nominated | |||
| Best Supporting Actor | Oh Jung-se | Won | |||
| Asia Artist Awards | 2025 | Best Artist, Actor | Park Bo-gum | Won | |
| Asia Star Award, Actor | Won | ||||
| Korea Drama Awards | 2025 | Best Drama | Good Boy | Nominated | |
| Top Excellence Award, Actor | Park Bo-gum | Nominated | |||
| Excellence Award, Actress | Kim So-hyun | Nominated | |||
| Scene Stealer Award (Female) | Lee Ho-jung | Won | |||
| Villain Award | Oh Jung-se | Won | |||
| FUNdex Awards | 2025 | Best Leading Male Performer on TV | Park Bo-gum | Nominated |
| Publisher | Year | Listicle | Placement | Ref. |
| GQ India | 2025 | 10 Favourite Korean Dramas of 2025, So Far | Included |
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