Episodes 13 and 14 of ‘Taxi Driver’ Season 3 will air on January 2 and 3, 2026, on SBS, pushing the Rainbow Team into their final confrontation with a well-protected criminal mastermind.
As the hit South Korean action series races toward its Season 3 finale, the stakes have never been higher for the secret vigilantes of Rainbow Taxi. With only two episodes left, the team must overcome their most formidable adversary yetโa digital scam network with ties to powerful, untouchable figures .
What Happens in the Upcoming Episodes?
The final two episodes of the season will focus entirely on the Rainbow Team’s pursuit of the mastermind behind a devastating digital scam operation. The story picks up immediately after the cliffhanger of Episodes 11 and 12, where the team’s investigation led them to Samheung Island.
There, Kim Do-gi and Jang Sung-chul discovered critical evidenceโfake government IDs, burner phones, and a pen linked to a major auditing committeeโleft behind in a temple by three suspicious individuals . This evidence is the key to unraveling the entire operation. However, the path forward is fraught with danger. The mastermind has proven to be exceptionally well-connected, capable of eliminating loose ends and misleading the team at every turn . The central question for these final episodes is whether Do-gi and his team can finally expose and capture this powerful figure who has destroyed countless lives .
Release Date and Time for Global Audiences
The release schedule follows the show’s standard weekly pattern, with episodes premiering on consecutive nights.
- Episode 13 will be released on Friday, January 2, 2026.
- Episode 14 will be released on Saturday, January 3, 2026.
Both episodes will premiere on SBS TV in South Korea at 9:50 PM KST. For international viewers, the episodes will be available with English subtitles on streaming platforms shortly after the Korean broadcast.
Here is when you can expect the episodes in various time zones:
- United States (ET): Around 12:00 PM ET on the same day .
- United Kingdom (GMT): Around 5:00 PM GMT.
- India (IST): Around 6:20 PM IST.
Where to Watch Internationally
For viewers outside South Korea, the series is accessible on popular streaming platforms. The primary global streaming partners for Taxi Driver Season 3 are Viki and Viu, where episodes are posted with multiple subtitle options shortly after the SBS broadcast .
- Viki: Offers a subscription starting at $7.99 per month and provides subtitles in English and other languages .
- Viu: Available in select Asian territories .
Availability on other global platforms like Netflix varies significantly by region, so viewers should check their local listings .
Main Cast and Returning Characters
The core Rainbow Taxi team returns, led by Lee Je-hoon as the relentless driver and ex-special forces operative Kim Do-gi. He is joined by the team’s strategic leader, CEO Jang Sung-chul, played by Kim Eui-sung.
The supporting crew includes:
- Pyo Ye-jin as the brilliant hacker Ahn Go-eun.
- Jang Hyuk-jin as the skilled mechanic Choi Kyung-koo.
- Bae Yoo-ram as assistant mechanic Park Jin-eon.
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Recap of Episodes 11-12: The Digital Scam Case
The current story arc began with a seemingly simple request: a young girl asked Kyung-koo for help catching a scammer who stole $98 from her sister . The Rainbow Team quickly infiltrated the scam network, with Go-eun posing as a hacker. They initially captured teenage employees, only to discover they were mere pawns for a “general manager” .
The operation turned deadly when a booby-trapped parcel killed the general manager just as he was about to reveal more information to Do-gi. Following the evidence trail led Do-gi and Sung-chul to Samheung Island, where they identified the three key suspects and found the evidence that now drives the final chase .
The show is based on the popular webtoon The Deluxe Taxi (Red Cage) by Carlos and Lee Jae-jin, and its stories are often inspired by real-life crimes that have occurred in South Korea .
As the series heads into its final two episodes, the team’s mission remains consistent with its three-season premise: delivering justice for victims failed by the system. With the scam network’s mastermind still at large and protected by influence, the Rainbow Team’s unique brand of vigilante justice faces its ultimate test.
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