The Judge Returns (2026)

Other name: Pansa Lee Han Yeong , Judge Lee Han Yeong

Description:

The Judge Returns unveils a compelling story of justice defying all odds. Judge Lee Han Yeong, a man unwavering in his belief in the courtroom's power, courageously sentenced a powerful conglomerate chairman to life in prison, directly challenging his superiors. This bold act, however, led to his untimely death, possibly stemming from dangerous secrets he overheard as a child. Yet, destiny intervenes. He is granted a miraculous second chance at life, retaining every memory from his past. The world urgently needs Lee Han Yeong, the 'heretic of the judiciary' who understands only true justice. As he navigates this new existence, his path may intertwine with Kim Jin A, a determined prosecutor hell-bent on bringing down the same corporate chairman she holds responsible for her own father's death. This gripping narrative promises a powerful pursuit of retribution against systemic corruption.

Episodes: 14

Duration: 1 hr. 10 min.

Content Rating: 15+

Airs On: Jan 2, 2026 - Feb 14, 2026

Producer: MBC

Director: Lee Jae Jin

Country: South Korea

Status: Completed

Released: 2026

Genre: Action; Fantasy; Law; Mystery