The Doctor on the Edge K-drama is approaching its final week. The medical romance series starring Lee Jae-wook and Shin Ye-eun will air its last two episodes on July 6 and July 7, 2026. Fans across the globe are waiting to see how the story of Do Ji-ui and Yook Ha-ri ends on the remote island of Pyeongdongdo.
The show has kept viewers engaged with its mix of medical emergencies, island mysteries, and emotional healing. With only two episodes left, the tension is higher than ever. The drama has also seen a rise in ratings as it moves toward its conclusion, proving that audiences are sticking with the story until the very end.
Doctor on the Edge Episodes 11 and 12 Release Schedule
Doctor on the Edge has a total of 12 episodes. New episodes arrive every Monday and Tuesday. The series premiered on June 1, 2026, and has followed this weekly pattern without any breaks.
Here is the complete release schedule for the remaining episodes:
- Episode 9 – June 29, 2026 (Monday)
- Episode 10 – June 30, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Episode 11 – July 6, 2026 (Monday)
- Episode 12 (Finale) – July 7, 2026 (Tuesday)
The final episode will air on July 7, 2026. Each new episode drops at the same time globally on streaming platforms.
Where to Watch Doctor on the Edge
International viewers can watch Doctor on the Edge on Disney+. In the United States, the show is also available on Hulu as a Hulu Original. South Korean viewers can watch the drama on ENA and Genie TV.
The show airs at 10:00 PM Korea Standard Time (KST). For viewers in different time zones, here are the release times:
- India: 6:30 PM IST
- Indonesia: 8:00 PM WIB
- USA (East Coast): 9:00 AM EST
- UK: 2:00 PM BST
- Australia: 11:00 PM AEST
The streaming platforms offer subtitles in multiple languages including English, Indonesian, and other regional languages.
What to Expect in the Finale Episodes
The final two episodes of Doctor on the Edge will wrap up the story of Do Ji-ui, a plastic surgeon who was assigned to the remote island of Pyeongdongdo for his military service. The island has been a difficult place for him. He has a deep fear of the ocean, and the locals are intrusive. He also had to adjust to strange bugs and an isolated environment that is very different from his city life.
Yook Ha-ri, a nurse played by Shin Ye-eun, works on the same island. She moved there from the big city for unknown reasons. Yook Ha-ri has a gentle smile but hides many secrets. She always appears near Do Ji-ui when his fear of the sea becomes too much to handle.
The show explores how these two healthcare workers deal with strange events and build a connection on the remote island. The drama is based on the webtoon Doctor Jonbeo (also known as Endurance Doctor) by Kim Tae-pung. Lee Myung-woo directs the series, and Kim Ji-soo wrote the screenplay.
Final Episodes Will Address Unresolved Conflicts
As the series heads into its final week, viewers can expect the remaining episodes to address the unresolved conflicts and mysteries that have been building throughout the season. The show has combined medical drama, romance, and the challenges of serving a forgotten community surrounded by the sea.
The relationship between Do Ji-ui and Yook Ha-ri will likely reach a turning point. The nurse has been a source of comfort for the doctor, helping him lower his emotional walls. But she also has secrets that could change everything.
The island itself holds mysteries that have not been fully explained. Strange events have occurred since Do Ji-ui arrived. The finale will probably reveal more about what is really happening on Pyeongdongdo.
Viewership Ratings Are Rising
Doctor on the Edge has been performing well in the ratings. On June 30, 2026, the show enjoyed a rise in viewership ahead of its final week. It took first place in its time slot with an average nationwide rating of 4.8 percent. This is a strong number for a drama starring Lee Jae-wook.
The rising ratings suggest that the show has held its audience until the very end. It is a good sign when a drama’s ratings climb as it approaches its conclusion rather than fatigue setting in. Fans can expect the final episodes to deliver on everything the story has been building toward.
Doctor on the Edge Cast
The main cast of Doctor on the Edge includes:
- Lee Jae-wook as Do Ji-ui – A plastic surgeon assigned to a remote island
- Shin Ye-eun as Yook Ha-ri – A nurse with a mysterious past
- Hong Min-gi as Hyun Chi-yeon – A fellow public health doctor
- Lee Soo-kyung as Um Jeong-seon
- Kim Yoon-woo as Yong Ju-cheon
- Kil Hae-yeon as O Mi-ja
Lee Jae-wook is known for his work in Alchemy of Souls, Extraordinary You, and The Impossible Heir. Shin Ye-eun has appeared in several popular K-dramas.
What Is Doctor on the Edge About?
Doctor on the Edge tells the story of Do Ji-ui, a successful plastic surgeon who worked at one of South Korea’s top universities. His perfect life changes when he gets assigned to a remote island called Pyeongdongdo as part of his military service.
The island becomes a difficult place for Do Ji-ui. He has a deep fear of the ocean. The locals are intrusive, and the living conditions are very different from his city life. He struggles to adjust to the strange bugs and the isolated environment.
A nurse named Yook Ha-ri works on the same island. She moved there from the big city for unknown reasons. Yook Ha-ri has a gentle smile but hides many secrets. She always appears near Do Ji-ui when his fear of the sea becomes too much to handle.
The show explores how these two healthcare workers deal with strange events and build a connection on the remote island. The drama is based on the webtoon Doctor Jonbeo (also known as Endurance Doctor) by Kim Tae-pung.
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Where to Stream the Finale
Viewers around the world can watch the Doctor on the Edge finale on Disney+ and Hulu (in the US). The episodes will be available at the same time globally, so fans in different time zones can watch the finale as soon as it drops.
For South Korean viewers, the show airs on ENA and Genie TV at 10:00 PM KST. International viewers can stream the episodes on Disney+ with subtitles in multiple languages.
The finale episode will air on July 7, 2026, marking the end of the 12-episode series. Fans who have been following the journey of Do Ji-ui and Yook Ha-ri will finally see how their story concludes.
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