The legal drama Pro Bono is approaching its climactic final act, with Episode 9 set for release on Saturday, January 3, 2026. As the series moves deeper into its 12-episode run, the upcoming installment promises to intensify the personal conflicts brewing within the ragtag public interest law team.
The episode will be available on its usual platforms: premiering on tvN in South Korea at 9:20 p.m. KST and arriving for international audiences on Netflix shortly after the domestic broadcast. Subtitles for global viewers are typically added quickly, allowing everyone to stay current with the unfolding story.
Release Schedule and Viewing Details
For viewers around the world, Episode 9 follows the show’s established release pattern. The series airs new episodes every Saturday and Sunday.
- South Korea: Watch the episode live as it airs on the tvN network at 9:20 p.m. KST.
- International/Netflix: The episode is added to Netflix in various regions shortly after the Korean broadcast ends. The exact time varies by time zone, meaning it may appear late on January 3rd or in the early hours of January 4th for many viewers.
What to Expect in Episode 9
Episode 8 concluded with the Pro Bono team facing internal strain, particularly surrounding the past decisions of their leader, Kang David (played by Jung Kyung-ho). Once a high-profile judge, David was forced to resign after being framed in a corruption scandal and now leads the public interest division of a major law firm. His unconventional methods and hidden motivations have created quiet doubts among his colleagues.
As the show enters its final stretch, Episode 9 is positioned as the point where simmering issues finally surface.
The narrative is expected to shift from proving legal prowess in the courtroom to testing the fundamental trust and cohesion of the team itself. With only a few episodes remaining in the series, every decision the characters make will carry significant weight, potentially leading to confrontations and choices that cannot be undone.
In terms of structure, viewers can expect Episode 9 to maintain the show’s rhythm, with a runtime between 60 to 70 minutes. While legal cases will continue to anchor the plot, the personal dynamics and exchanges between characters are likely to take center stage.
The Story So Far
For those new to the series, Pro Bono follows the story of Kang David, a formerly arrogant and materialistic judge whose career collapses overnight. Rescued by an old flame, Oh Jung-in (Lee Yoo-young), he is given a chance to restart his career at her prestigious law firm—but only if he leads its overlooked and chaotic pro bono team.
He is joined by a dedicated group of public interest lawyers, including the principled Park Gi-ppeum (So Joo-yeon) and other team members played by Yoon Na-moo, Seo Hye-won, and Kang Hyung-seok. Together, they take on cases for clients who cannot afford legal help, from a woman fighting to keep a rescued dog to a young boy with a disability and a foreign bride seeking a divorce. The series explores David’s gradual transformation from a self-serving careerist into a more humble and purpose-driven lawyer.
The series has been building a strong audience, with Episode 8 achieving the show’s highest ratings yet in South Korea.
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