The situation
"Flex x Cop 2" premiered with a 6.1 percent average nationwide rating, surpassing its first season's initial rating of 5.7 percent. This increase in viewership is notable, especially considering the competition from other dramas. Meanwhile, "A Bona Fide Killer" achieved its highest ratings yet, with an average nationwide rating of 8.3 percent for its third episode.
What the internet did with it
- Netizens on Theqoo noted that "A Bona Fide Killer" is maintaining its lead in the time slot, with some commenters expressing surprise that "Flex x Cop 2" didn't do better in its premiere — "it's not like the first season was a *사이다* (a refreshing, surprising hit) or anything, but still."
- The ratings gap between the two dramas is being closely watched, with "A Bona Fide Killer" starring Kong Hyo Jin showing strong momentum.
- On Instiz, the room was unbothered by the premiere ratings, with the general sentiment being that it's still early in the season and there's plenty of time for "Flex x Cop 2" to find its footing — "it's not like Ahn Bo Hyun's fans are going to *눈치* (pick up on subtle cues and lose interest) already."
The open question
The key question now is whether "Flex x Cop 2" can sustain its initial ratings boost and close the gap with "A Bona Fide Killer," which has set a new personal record for its third episode. The upcoming episodes will be crucial in determining the trajectory of both dramas.