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Drama: Phantom Lawyer (English title) / Shin I-Rang Law Office (literal title)
Revised romanization: Shinyirang Beobryulsamuso
Hangul: 신이랑 법률사무소
Director: Shin Joong-Hoon
Writer: Kim Ga-Young, Kang Chul-Kyu
Network: SBS
Episodes: 16
Release Date: March 13 - May 2, 2026
Runtime: Friday & Saturday 21:50-23:10
Language: Korean
Country: South Korea

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki Staff ©

Shin I-Rang (Yoo Yeon-Seok) is a lawyer. After he opened his own law office in the former home of a shaman, he has begun to see ghosts. Despite having a reliable appearance, he is actually timid and clumsy. Against his will, ghost clients, holding unfair grievances, come to him. Meanwhile, Han Na-Hyun (Esom) is a hot shot lawyer with a 100% success rate at a big law firm. Winning cases is the only thing that matters to her. She has risen to the top of her field with her cold and ruthless approach to work, but, one day, she loses a trial to Shin I-Rang. This changes her life.

At first, she completely distrusts him as he talks about the ghosts that he can see. Yet, with his sincerity and bizarre cases that unfold in front of her eyes, she slowly opens her mind to him. With their distinct abilities, Shin I-Rang and Han Na-Hyun solve cases together.

Notes

"Phantom Lawyer" takes over SBS' Friday & Saturday 21:50 time slot previously occupied by "No Tail To Tell."

Cast



Yoo Yeon-Seok	Esom	Kim Kyung-Nam
Shin I-Rang	Han Na-Hyun	Yang Do-Gyeong

Shin I-Rang's Family



Kim Mi-Kyung	Jun Suk-Ho	Son Yeo-Eun	Lee A-Rin
Park Kyung-Hwa	Yoon Bong-Soo	Shin Sa-Rang	Yoon Da-Bong



Kim Kang-Hee	Jo Sung-Ha
Park Kyung-Hwa (young)	Shin I-Rang (child)

Taebaek Law Firm



Choi Kwang-Il	Sung Do-Hyun
Yang Byung-Il	Choi Min-Hyuk

Shin I-Rang's Group

Jung Seung-Gil

Ma Tae-Oh

Prosecutors' Office



Yeon Jae-Hyeong	Shin Jun-Chul
Kim Hyun-Woo	investigator (ep.2)

Han Na-Hyun's Group



Hwang Hyun-Jung	Hwang Boreumbyeol
Han Na-Hyun (teen) (ep.3)	Han Na-Hyun's friend (ep.3)

Lee Gang-Pung Case



Heo Sung-Tae	Kim Si-Eun	Ahn Chae-Heum	Yun Seong-Won	Park Ki-Duk
Lee Gang-Pung (ep.1-2)	Kim Min-Ju (ep.1-2)	Lee Ji-Woo	Lee Jeong-Seok (ep.1-2)	Cho Gi-Cheol (ep.2)



Lee Dabitna	Lee Kang-Wook	Jeon Hee-Ryeon
Oh Jin-Suk (ep.1-2)	Byeon Seung-Jun (ep.1)	security guard (ep.1)

Kim Su-A Case



Oh Ye-Ju	Chun Young-Min	Jung Si-Heon	Song Ye-Bin	Yoon Hye-Rim
Kim Su-A	Emma (ep.3-4)	Ko Jong-Seok (ep.3-4)	Abel (ep.3-4)	Ji-On (ep.3-4)



Hwang In-Joon	Jo In	Goo Jae-Yeon	Yoo Seung-A	Yun Tae-Yi
Park Joon-Ho (ep.3-4)	Kim Su-A's mom (ep.3)	Kim Su-A's grandma (ep.3)	Kim Su-A (child) (ep.3)	receptionist (ep.3)



Kim Green	Ki Hwan	Layone
producer (ep.3)	security guard (ep.3)	audition judge (ep.1)

Others



Gil Hae-Yeon	Jeong Gyu-Su	Park Ji-Hong	Lee Eun
vegetable seller (ep.1)	Realtor Kim (ep.1)	Shin I-Rang's colleague (ep.1)	law office visitor (ep.3)

Additional Cast Members:

Yoon Na-Moo - Jeon Sang-Ho
Choi Won-Young - Shin Ki-Joong

Trailers

Episode Ratings

Date	Episode	AGB
Date	Episode	Nationwide	Seoul
2026-03-13	1	6.3%	5.6%
2026-03-14	2	8.7%	9.2%
2026-03-20	3	-	-
2026-03-21	4	-	-
2026-03-27	5	-	-
2026-03-28	6	-	-
2026-04-03	7	-	-
2026-04-04	8	-	-
2026-04-10	9	-	-
2026-04-11	10	-	-
2026-04-17	11	-	-
2026-04-18	12	-	-
2026-04-24	13	-	-
2026-04-25	14	-	-
2026-05-01	15	-	-
2026-05-02	16	-	-

Source: AGB Nielson

Comments

I-RANG May 22 2026 10:07 am I just finished watching this K-drama and my eyes are totally swollen.

It was so well made I couldn't stop watching it until the last episode.

Thank you so much for this awesome, heartwarming show!

Moonmoon May 20 2026 8:34 pm I love this show! No boring episodes! Worth the watch!!!

Kristine May 18 2026 10:40 pm This is a comment on Korean society more than the drama. It bugs me every time it comes up. Korea needs the concept of self defense. A kid bullied all the time finally fights back and cause he is holding a brick he goes to Juvenile Hall? Seriously? Does not seem fair or right.

Nik May 14 2026 6:36 pm I cannot say anything bad about this drama, except that I did not hear if there will be S2 or not !

Yoo Yeon-Seok was in top shape here, it was so much fun to watch him whenever he was "out of character", if you know what I mean ! Wonderful cast, a lot of funny moments. I've expected the last case to be a little longer as the big finale, but I have no complaints either.

There are a few things some people might call goof or mistake, for example (this isn't really a spoiler) if a ghost talks to their family member directly. Also the Father is there and suddenly gone and then back again. It's a fantasy drama and they handled these scenes really well! I personally would have done things different, too, if it was me in the drama, I would get a GPS tracking app and other things in case I would not be myself ;)

I have finished the drama with a smile on my face, and as I've stated in my intro line: I'd like to watch a 2nd season !

Russell May 13 2026 8:21 pm A veritable masterpiece of a Korean drama! An essential watch for the Korean drama fan who appreciates the best original screenplays and ensemble acting available. A+ quality.

kdramagurl May 09 2026 11:51 am I just love this show so much. No boring eps. Season 2 please!

Jillibean May 07 2026 5:08 am The first true masterpiece level Korean drama of 2026 so far, the script of Phantom Lawyer is original and addictive, and both the lead performances and support performances are brilliant. Combining a legal drama with surreal ghost stories was a brilliant concept by the writers. The drama is apparently a huge hit in 25 countries as of my writing. Once I started watching it I could see why. Don't miss this one, folks!

Joreen May 05 2026 11:47 pm I love this drama! Made me cry a lot?? i wish there were more ideas, but it's ok. It wrapped up nicely. I am going to miss this drama.

rusty greaves May 05 2026 2:31 am interesting concept and story but too drawn out , too predictable lasted till episode 6....

Jillibean May 04 2026 12:07 am This is an awesome legal drama featuring .... ghosts! They take over the main lawyer in the story and provide clues to him about how he can solve their murder cases in exceptional ways, with exceptional clarity, beating out the competition. Even by episode two I was moved to tears ... which rarely happens with me after watching over 1400 Korean dramas over 20 years! lol Kudos to all cast and crew.

Rei An May 03 2026 12:02 am I like the series, though fantastical, it was entertaining. The actors are good, and their guests as well. There are times I cried, especially when the ghosts are bidding their farewells. (at least, they get to really rest in peace)

8.5/10

Plus factor: The Love Dive (IVE) - didn't realize Yoo Yeon-Seok is from Kingkong by Starship!

Way0leto May 02 2026 11:55 pm Last episode makes me crying so muchhhhh

Diana May 02 2026 9:17 pm I love this Kdrama from episode 1 to episode 16.. i actually did not want it to end.. i really enjoyed it. thank you to everyone who made this masterpiece.. all the cast really did a great job. the FL and ML had a good chemistry..❤️❤️

Ddeonu May 02 2026 8:59 pm Wow, this drama is very good. I really like it. In terms of plot, cast and everything is really cool. A drama that makes me mixed up, laughing, awkward, sad, basically all because of this drama. Yeonseok oppa's acting is very good, he is very cool can bring all the different characters. then Esom, she is also cool. and Yeonseok's brother-in-law, he is very funny. every case. I like all of them. but the one I like the most is in episode 1. Heo Sung Tae's ghost. he is very funny haha.. and also my guess is right that his father's case will be in the episode before the ending. I was moved and sad. Choi Wonyoung's acting as a good father is very good. I like it. It's a shame why it has to end? Can't there be a season 2?

Chooozi May 02 2026 11:58 am Finished the series; it was a nice watch overall; some stuff were questionable but overall, a cute and wonderful show for sure (hilarious especially for the first few episodes; Reallly heartwarming too. Would recommend to watch.

Side note: Choi Won-Young plays a really good role as a father. I remember him from Twinkling Watermelon and Mystic Pop-up Bard where he does the same. He fits those roles beautifully and always so heartwarming when he shows up with those roles as well as how fun he can be like in Mystic Pop-up Bar! Looking forward to more of his shows! The cast did amazing too, congratz to you all!

Panda May 02 2026 11:17 am The last 2 episodes i cried..the last case which related to Irang father was the best part of this drama..agreed on YYS performance was not the best.. but i still chose this over perfect crown even though i like IU more

Ghost ? Apr 30 2026 5:10 am At first started strong...but the story became so expected and boring..YYS character as lawyer is mediocre. My expectations was a different Lawyer who is smart, reliable, Phantom and not a push over. I'm struggling to finished it.. Esom chemistry with YYS is mediocre . The good things is don't focus on the their romance. I hope the remaining episodes will more related in his title. That's all.

Riri Apr 28 2026 7:01 am I like this series but of course there are flaws. One being, Is there no other friggin law firm aside from Taebaek? They could have had multiple other law firms and guested good actors or actors close to YYS to make it more plausible.

Shin I-diot Apr 27 2026 7:17 am I-Rang should change his name to Shin-I-Diot. Usually he is always objective, wanting to know the truth from the perspective of his client's ghost. But in his father's case, he didn't even try to find out from his father's side. What a stupid lawyer.

Erin Apr 27 2026 6:05 am I really like this drama most especially its Yoo Yeon Seok-oppa ❤️ Sad that its on last 2 episodes this week, but I’m excited on what’s coming next ?

Blanca Trueba Apr 26 2026 9:07 pm This is a very good show. Rating seemed to be going up, but then went down since 10 April 2026 because it competes with Perfect Crown at the exact time slot Friday-Saturday 21:50 KST.

Janet Slojewsks Apr 26 2026 4:43 pm I can not believe that you stopped this show at the nest episode where he confronts his father. Please get it together n finish series. Looking forward to it.

Mr. Jig Apr 26 2026 7:25 am Well, the premise of the series is too closely resemble oh my ghost client, which was led by jung kyung ho, one of yoo yeon seok bff from hosp. playlist. There aint much that differentiate this from the former, except possible romance with FL + daddy's issue. Me think OMGClient+JKH is a better series if I really have to pick and can only watch one. (I do like YYS on variety/other series/show).

Lovee Apr 20 2026 7:33 am I’m really love this drama..can’t wait for the next episode 13

Ken Apr 19 2026 8:11 pm Not worth watching I stopped watching after two episodes. The plot was too ridiculous not good casting definitely not good writing At times I thought it was supposed to be a comedy but obviously not

Antonia Apr 19 2026 5:23 pm I was so scared. I thought episode 12 was the last episode and I said oh no! It cant end like this! This kdrama can definitely go to 16 episodes.

King A Apr 19 2026 2:33 pm All the child actors especially in Episode 12 are so good (Lee A-Rin and the ghost kid) I enjoyed watching them.

I just sighted the kidnapped kid in episode 12 he is the same kid who played little Prince I-An in Perfect Crown episode 4. That child actor is super cute and a good actor too, as he was crying, he brought me to tears when he was slapped by his father.

King A Apr 19 2026 2:16 pm Yoo Yeon-Seok has delivered again. He made me laugh, cried, brought out different emotions in me just watching him... like seriously he is so diverse, see how he connects with the children, he is so genuine; what an amazing actor!

Great cast, kudos to everyone. Episode 12 brought me to tears. Well crafted plot, each cases is backed up with beautiful stories and heartfelt moments. Very engaging, It's a must watch. I can't wait for the next episode

G Apr 19 2026 4:15 am Seriously, Ellie? You’re judging Esom when the FL of the horrendous WTPR was a vapid mess who couldn’t act for nuts? Lol

The ML is doing a marvellous job here, and all the supporting actors are extremely credible as well. Please don’t tarnish this show by comparing it to that gross piece.

Ellie Apr 18 2026 11:01 pm Yoo Yeon Seok is the most incredible actor, so diverse. I knew he was good from his previous roles, but this is on another level. He moves from drama to perfectly-timed comedy to melodrama or romance effortlessly. Also good writing and direction for such a daft plot line! Kim Mi Kyung as his Mum and Jun Suk Ho son in law great supports. Mi Kyung always great. Esom has done better than I expected as an unlikely FL. I don’t do supernatural as a rule, but this time I’m hooked as it’s so well crafted and delivered and totally hilarious too, we know they know we all know it’s a spoof.

Umy Apr 17 2026 5:51 am I got surprised that So Mun's parents (Uncanny Counter) are already reincarnated here as Shin I-Rang's sister and brother in-law, and they have daughter Da-bong !

Ellie Apr 15 2026 9:10 am I’m watching this for Lee Yeon Seok, great talented gorgeous actor, Mr Sunshine, When the Phone Rings, and Kim Mi Kyung acting his mother. Whenever she is cast, the drama always turns out well, so I have high hopes for this one. I know Esom too, hope she can manage the part. Don’t usually like supernatural, but because of the cast let’s give it a red hot go! 2026 needs a winner.

Winzy Apr 12 2026 8:34 am Hai i really like the oldies song in episode 10 when the old aunty hear story from radio. Can u guys give me the title of that song?

Walombe Apr 12 2026 12:05 am Cant wait for next episode..

Kene Apr 11 2026 6:59 pm I cannot wait for the ghost of I-Rang's father to visit. That would be such an emotional moment. And there might be some huge plot twist with his appearance. What a great drama. I hope to see Yoo Yeon Seok winning awards for this role. It is a tough one and he is nailing it!

DD. Apr 11 2026 12:55 pm I really enjoy watch this series! For 8 episodes, I think the story line is good written, every characters have their own dynamic and very well supported a main lead. The ghosts are not jump scared. I love the detail of their's flashback memory and the acceptance when they acheived a need. Also love line is slow-burned, it is enemy to lover type. If you love this kind of relationship, I want you to watch and enjoy.

Kdrama expert Apr 10 2026 2:26 pm We still have seven episodes left, but I think I-Rang’s father’s case is somehow connected to Na-Hyun’s older sister’s death. My guess is that Do-Gyeong was the real culprit. His father then tried to protect him by using someone else as a scapegoat, and separately framed I-Rang’s father when he started trying to reveal the truth.

Fanthom Apr 05 2026 1:18 am This weekend was pretty emotional. My guess is I-rang's father's talisman is pasted somewhere lower down the wall...and will eventually appear for his corruption verdict to be overturned.

Chooozi Apr 05 2026 12:06 am For episode 8, I found it a bitter feeling when Han Na-Hyun was not supporting Shin I-Rang when he was accused of starting a fight with the school kids. I was hoping that after how episode 7 ended, she would see him in a much better light, but she just attacks him in episode 8 instead with doubt and a rude attitude. That just felt awful from how it lead to a wholesome transition in episode 7. Anyhow, let's see how it goes for the next set of episodes, and hoping she is much kinder and supportive to him instead.

Alexandra Apr 03 2026 3:53 pm “The storyline is great, but I don’t like the male and female leads.

K Apr 02 2026 12:51 am My hubby who doesn’t really watch kdrama is hooked on this one! He watched less than 10 so far. He said the ML acting is very good! Storyline is good and funny too! I will watch it when it ends, don’t like the feeling of waiting for next episode lol

VL Mar 31 2026 10:08 pm @Andrea, I'm like you, the list of dramas you mentioned are also the dramas that I dare not watch because I'm afraid of horror. However, for this Phantom Lawyer, so far I've watched all 6 episodes all alone without any fear. Mainly because the ghosts here do not appear ugly or monstrous (they still look like normal human although the makeup makes their skin tone appear much fairer), another reason is because the production team also add on humorous touch to the scenes in between, making it funny and hilarious. I would say if this is your first time trying out this kind of drama, it's a good starter. Maybe you will get a very small jump scare in the first episode but it's nothing heavy or horrific, neither will it give you nightmare. I suggest you just try to watch ep1 first to see if it is generally acceptable to your standard. Who knows, you might end up enjoying it. I do like this drama

Keneuwe Mar 29 2026 6:24 pm @Rosemarie I absolutely I agree with you! He deserves to get awards. A very goood kdrama this one

Rosemarie Galvez Mar 29 2026 2:56 pm Phantom Lawyer, I absolutely love this drama. I hope that Yoo Yeon-seok wins an award for his performance. This drama has left me with laughter and tears. It is worth watching.

Andrea Mar 29 2026 10:56 am Hi~~can anyone tell me if there's a jump scare scene in this series, just to prepare myself. I really like to watch this but I can't handle even the tiniest jump scare, even the drama is a romcom. For reference, I didn't watch Master's Sun, Korean Odyssey, Hotel del Luna, All of us are dead and many more because I'm weak. So can anyone please tell me..thank you.

natasha Mar 29 2026 12:25 am I-rang singing 2NE1’s “I AmThe Best” is hilarious and made my old Blackjack’s heart melted?

G Mar 28 2026 9:23 pm The cast is So Good. The supporting cast for each story have been amazing. The scene between the couple in Episode 6 was heartbreaking.

Sophia Mar 28 2026 9:59 am I just realized that Shin I-rang's sister and his brother-in-law were the ones that casted in uncanny counter where in they were also a couple which is So-Mun's parents.

Diann Mar 27 2026 7:22 pm Excellent perfect cast, easy to follow episodes. Wish it had more episodes.

IMO007 Mar 26 2026 5:20 pm Excellent! Hands down one of the best Kdrama this year. It’s only up to 4eps but I’m giving it Excellent rating. It doesn’t drag it’s not boring, it’s hilarious and mysterious.. I laughed at every episode. A must watch drama.

Riri Mar 25 2026 9:22 pm The casting since eps 1 is so good and it continues on to the 4th. When I saw the pre ire of eps 5, I thought I knew the guest star! Shout out to the character of Emma in season 4. What an effective actress. YYS, you left me in stitches during your dance moves in eps 3 including the hair tucks!

Hamidah Ashari Mar 24 2026 10:16 pm Awesome!

Luna Mar 24 2026 7:45 pm Nice!

Kell Mar 24 2026 2:59 am Can't wait for next episode

G Mar 21 2026 10:40 pm This is a much, much better vehicle than that vapid mess WTPR for the ML.

Leprechaun Mar 21 2026 3:32 pm I’m ashamed to say it took me 3.5 episodes to realize that Shin IRang (Yoo Yeonseok) is the same actor as Paik SaEon in “When the Phone Rings”. He’s such a versatile actor.

Leprechaun Mar 21 2026 2:53 pm I love the reference to Esom’s previous role as Kang Hana in Taxi Driver season 1. In episode two, she pretends to be a prosecutor to obtain/destroy evidence.

Choozi Mar 20 2026 10:53 am Spoiler below: . . . Episode 3 was absolutely hilarious when the lawyer started dancing hahahaha; And a Newjeans song played! that was the cherry on top; wow do I miss their songs showing up and felt so nice to show it on this series.

Gotta say, first time I ever check who the writers for a show are and they are Kim Ga-Young and Kang Chul-Kyu; Really love what they have done for this show so far. It has been full-on captivated and full-on immersion with this show. Can't wait for the next episode

Asanokatana Mar 19 2026 11:09 pm “You should be Attorney Romantic. What a playlist.” “Huh?”

Love some good K-Drama meta humor ?

Really enjoying it so far.

Casual Watcher Mar 19 2026 8:08 am The drama is good. I just don't think a Catholic Priest would use talisman instead of bible. I assumed Catholic since I-Rang did sign of the cross, that scene is so relatable as a person who experienced the same thing lol

SashacatOnline Mar 18 2026 7:44 pm I love everything about this show, and hope it has great success because it is so enjoyable to watch. Wish i could watch all the episodes right away.

A.A Mar 17 2026 5:52 am This drama is so good, i love the plot, I'm already hooked. ML is so attractive and fun to watch. Plus I love the intro song at the beginning of the episodes, it's so catchy, I've been playing it on repeat, its gonna be my new ringtone, can't stop dancing. I know am gonna enjoy watching this drama from start to finish. Kudos to everyone

Shyamala Prahathee Prabha Mar 17 2026 4:45 am Promising storyline - Amateur Lawyer who can see ghosts intertwined with spooky but at the same time friendly ghosts that sought out for help from him to run the trial at court on the behalf.There is nothing that can go wrong in this type of genre. Loving it to bits and pieces. Start is fantastic and very grippy. Not to mention, male lead is easy on eyes and extremely handsome. Added bonus point to watch the series. Don’t miss out guys.

Cute i pie Mar 15 2026 12:02 pm Read the plot, remind me of Oh my ghost client. And bothl actors were on hospital playlist, I feel like that they switched career become ghost lawyer

noor Mar 15 2026 8:08 am This is fun! ML is a riot, having the time of his life with the slapstick comedy. He and his family & the priest along with the ghost-client-dad from Ep.1 & 2 are all very good & memorable. FL has a heart and her own story which will take time to unfold. I can't wait for ML to start dancing or being like a high school female performer as per the ghost-client of Ep.3. This is off to a very good start. Very good project.

Choco Mar 15 2026 8:02 am It reminds me of Oh my ghost client ?

Chooozi Mar 14 2026 10:52 am This series is too funny! hahaha I absolutely love it, and the references to Doctor Romantic and Playlist was just *chef's kiss*; Wow...have not enjoyed a series for so long...must watch if you wanna have a good laugh, and the story is quite interesting too as it keeps you captivated

Anonymous Mar 14 2026 9:33 am Where is the other episodes? Too long to release

Eyooo Mar 14 2026 4:16 am This so goood. Must watch!

soom Mar 13 2026 8:31 pm a bit 'out there' in premise, but it looks to be interesting. Basically I trust Esom's taste in projects. Hope the rest will follow through. Plenty of talent in the cast.

Vchayank Mar 04 2026 3:46 am I'll watch for Esom!

Chun-Li Nov 27 2025 8:51 am Queen Esom is back!!

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Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki Staff ©

Notes

Cast

Shin I-Rang's Family

Taebaek Law Firm

Shin I-Rang's Group

Prosecutors' Office

Han Na-Hyun's Group

Lee Gang-Pung Case

Kim Su-A Case

Others

Trailers

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