K-drama ratings this week (September 14–20, 2026) were headlined by SBS's Flex X Cop Season 2, whose finale jumped to 11.7%, while tvN's Four Hands, Two Sonatas set a cable high of 7.5%. Among the six dramas covered here, KBS2's Love Is Coming posted the top weekly rating at 14.2%.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Love Is Coming (KBS2) | 14.2% weekly rating, week of September 14 |
| Flex X Cop Season 2 (SBS) finale | 11.7% for Episode 14, the final episode of its 14-episode run |
| Flex X Cop Season 2 (SBS) Episode 13 | 9.7% on Friday, September 18, No. 1 among terrestrial programs that day |
| Joyful Days (KBS1) | 10.9% weekly rating, top KBS daily drama of the week |
| Four Hands, Two Sonatas (tvN) | 6.8% for Episode 7 on September 19, then a series-high 7.5% for Episode 8 on September 20 |
| Trap of Desire (KBS2) | 7.6% weekly rating |
| The Ordinary Jackpot (tvN) | 4.8% for Episode 5 on September 15, its best rating so far |
| Rating basis | Household figures as of Sep 27, 2026 |
The Standout Performers of the Week
The third week of September 2026 delivered one of the most exciting television showdowns of the season, headlined by the series finale of SBS's Flex X Cop Season 2 jumping to 11.7% and tvN's Four Hands, Two Sonatas reaching a new cable peak of 7.5%. For viewers tracking the weekend drama battles, the week brought everything from emotional double-digit farewells to consistent Sunday ratings surges. Between network crime thrillers, cable classical romances, and long-running family dramas, Korean audiences had no shortage of gripping television to watch across their television screens.
The September 14 to September 20 broadcast frame featured strong competition across terrestrial and cable networks. Three major storylines defined the week:
First, SBS's Flex X Cop Season 2 concluded its 14-episode run with a massive double-digit payoff. Second, tvN's Four Hands, Two Sonatas extended its unbroken winning streak on cable television, hitting its highest rating to date on Sunday, September 20. Third, KBS2's long-running family flagship Love Is Coming recorded a commanding 14.2% weekly rating, demonstrating the enduring strength of weekend network television.
Weekly Drama Viewership Overview
Here's how the six dramas we follow did that week:
| Drama Title & Network | Rating (type) | Airs |
|---|---|---|
| Love Is Coming (KBS2) | 14.2% (Weekly) | Weekend |
| Flex X Cop Season 2 (SBS) | 11.7% (Episode 14) | Fri-Sat |
| Joyful Days (KBS1) | 10.9% (Weekly) | Mon-Fri |
| Four Hands, Two Sonatas (tvN) | 7.5% (Episode 8) | Sat-Sun |
| Trap of Desire (KBS2) | 7.6% (Weekly) | Mon-Fri |
| The Ordinary Jackpot (tvN) | 4.8% (Episode 5) | Mon-Tue |
For a wider view of the month, see Korea's highest-rated dramas in September 2026.
Flex X Cop Season 2 Delivers a Double-Digit Finale
The undisputed headline of the weekend was the dramatic ratings leap achieved by SBS's Flex X Cop Season 2. Entering its final week, the action-comedy had been holding a very respectable 6% to 7% baseline on Friday and Saturday.
When Episode 13 aired on Friday, September 18, viewership surged straight to 9.7%, capturing the number-one spot among all terrestrial television programs broadcast that day. The following night, the series finale broke through the double-digit threshold to hit 11.7%. The finale drew the biggest crowd of the run. Reaching nearly 12% in an era dominated by on-demand streaming reaffirms the enduring appeal of Ahn Bo-hyun's charismatic detective and the strong chemistry of the Violent Crime investigation unit.
Four Hands, Two Sonatas Extends Cable Dominance
Over on cable, tvN's weekend romance Four Hands, Two Sonatas (포핸즈) proved once again that it owns the weekend on cable. The drama has ranked number one across cable channels for four consecutive broadcast weekends.
The series continued its established pattern of taking a dramatic leap on Sundays. After recording 6.8% for Episode 7 on Saturday, September 19, the show jumped to a series-high 7.5% for Episode 8 on Sunday, September 20. That Sunday increase matched the pattern observed throughout the entire run, where Sunday airings consistently outperform Saturday broadcasts. The intense rehearsal scenes where Jeong-yo and Kang Bi-o worked through the demanding dynamics of four-hands piano literature kept viewers invested, establishing solid momentum as the drama heads toward its remaining four chapters.
Mid-Week Cable and Public Television Giants
While weekend dramas drew the biggest headlines, the weekday broadcast schedule held its own steady victories:
- The Ordinary Jackpot (tvN): Airing on Monday and Tuesday, this workplace lottery comedy achieved its best rating so far with Episode 5 on September 15, pulling in 4.8% and taking the top spot on cable for the day.
- Love Is Coming (KBS2): The weekend family anchor recorded a 14.2% weekly rating. Over the past three weeks it has barely moved: 15.4% for the week of August 31, 15.9% for the week of September 7, and 14.2% for the week of September 14.
- Joyful Days (KBS1): The weekday daily series remained rock-solid with a 10.9% weekly rating, finishing as the week's top KBS daily drama. The show has maintained numbers above 10% across multiple broadcast cycles.
- Trap of Desire (KBS2): The weekday daily melodrama delivered a dependable 7.6% weekly rating, confirming its steady following among its regular viewers.
Looking Ahead to Next Week's Television Matchups
With Flex X Cop Season 2 having wrapped up its run on a high note, attention shifts to the continuing dramas heading into late September. Viewers are eager to see the upcoming chapters of Four Hands, Two Sonatas as the musical duo works toward their performance goals, and The Ordinary Jackpot as Eun-tae balances his secret lottery fortune with daily responsibilities in Team 5.
For fans following Korean television, September continues to demonstrate the clear division in viewing habits across different schedules and platforms. Terrestrial networks like KBS and SBS rely on broad multigenerational appeal, whether through family sagas or polished crime procedurals. Cable channels like tvN, on the other hand, carve out strong niche followings by delivering distinctive genre programming, from classical music romances to humorous corporate comedies. Both approaches proved remarkably effective during the third week of September, giving viewers compelling reasons to tune in live rather than waiting for next-day streaming catchups. As the autumn season unfolds, tracking these numbers provides a fascinating look into which stories capture the public imagination.
Ratings are household figures as of Sep 27, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Which drama recorded the highest weekly rating among these six dramas for September 14–20, 2026?
KBS2's weekend drama Love Is Coming recorded a 14.2% weekly rating.
What was the top-rated cable drama during this week?
tvN's Four Hands, Two Sonatas led all cable programming with a 7.5% series peak on Sunday, September 20.
How did the Flex X Cop Season 2 finale rate?
Episode 13 rose to 9.7% on Friday, September 18, and the following night the series finale, Episode 14, hit 11.7%, the biggest audience of the 14-episode run.
What rating did The Ordinary Jackpot get this week?
Episode 5 on September 15 drew 4.8%, the comedy's best rating so far and the top spot on cable for the day.
Where can viewers stream these dramas internationally?
Flex X Cop Season 2 streams globally on Disney+, Four Hands, Two Sonatas is available on Netflix, and The Ordinary Jackpot is available on domestic platforms like TVING.