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"The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call" topped Netflix's global rankings for non-English language television programs. The series also outperformed "Squid Game 2" in the South Korean market.

The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call It is a film adaptation of the popular webtoon of the same name. South Korea. The film is directed by Lee Do Yoon, who previously achieved success with this film. Confession ( Good Friends ) in 2014, directed by and written by Choi Tae Gang.

The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call is a South Korean medical drama series that is currently a global sensation. Photo: Netflix.

Released on January 24th, The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call It tells the story of Baek Kang Hyuk (played by "prince" Ju Ji Hoon), a genius surgeon who once roamed the battlefield, and his journey to take over a struggling emergency department.

He and his colleagues Yang Jae Won (Choo Young Woo) and senior nurse Cheon Jang Mi (Ha Young) pour all their skills and experience into saving patients' lives in critical moments, thereby reviving the trauma care center.

Immediately after airing, the series created a huge sensation thanks to its compelling, timeless theme and impressive acting.

February 16th, The Korea Times news reporting The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call With 11.9 million views from January 27th to February 2nd, it held the number one spot on Netflix's global non-English language television program rankings.

The film topped the charts in 17 countries and territories, including South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Chile, and others. It also entered the top 10 in 63 other countries and territories such as New Zealand, France, Italy, Mexico, Brazil, India, Japan, and Egypt.

According to According to Good Data Corporation , a South Korean content analytics company, the drama attracted 140% more viewers in the domestic market compared to the first week of February, resulting in it being mentioned 2.5 times more often than before. Squid Game 2 .

This is an impressive number considering the medical field faces numerous challenges due to a prolonged strike by doctors across the Northeast Asian nation in 2024. The Trauma Code , a television series. Resident Playbook tvN's broadcast has been postponed until the first half of this year due to concerns about potential negative impact.

Director Lee even had to remind viewers not to relate the plot of the film to reality.

"I hope everyone watches." The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call "It's more like a fantasy film than trying to make a direct comparison to the real world ," he emphasized.

The film still directly addresses many pressing issues through its storyline. In particular, it highlights the current shortage of staff and funding at trauma centers in South Korea, which leaves some patients without timely care.

The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call received positive feedback from audiences, including South Koreans, who are generally critical and have a negative view of medical staff due to the widespread strike in 2024. Photo: Netflix.

The film's strengths lie in its blend of medicine and action, and the satisfaction of seeing justice served.

Experts at Good Data Corporation revealed that online feedback for the film has been largely positive. Many people said they enjoyed the gentle yet satisfying emotions the story and characters evoked.

Baek Kang Hyuk was build Good. He stands out as a surgeon solely focused on saving patients' lives. His unwavering commitment to his purpose minimizes unnecessary conflict, allowing the story to maintain a steady pace.

Reviews posted by international viewers on YouTube point out Baek Kang Hyuk as a captivating lead actor, describing him as a heroic character who is always dedicated to saving lives at all costs.

Similar to those sets medical films popular in the past such as Dr. Romantic and Hospital Playlist resonated with audiences through its portrayal of the survival of the medical profession and the humanity that emerged in those struggles.

Success of The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call This once again confirms the appeal of profound themes about humanity.

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