Ji Sung makes a fierce comeback in MBC’s ‘The Judge Returns’ teaser poster

‘The Judge Returns’ has unveiled its second teaser poster, highlighting Ji Sung’s intense presence and raising anticipation for the upcoming drama.

Set to premiere on January 2, 2026, the MBC Fri–Sat drama follows corrupt judge Lee Han Young, who suddenly returns 10 years to the past and begins a new life devoted to delivering justice and taking down powerful evil.

The newly revealed poster shows Ji Sung walking forward in front of a shattered statue of Lady Justice, symbolizing his determination to reclaim justice in his “second life.” The tagline, “Shattered justice, the judge returns,” hints at the fierce battles and choices awaiting him.

‘The Judge Returns’ marks Ji Sung’s comeback to MBC 10 years after ‘Kill Me, Heal Me.’ The drama also stars Park Hee Soon and Won Jin Ah, with directors Lee Jae Jin and Park Mi Yeon teaming up with writer Kim Kwang Min for a legal-thriller regression series.

The drama premieres January 2 at 9:40 PM KST.