The BEST episodes of Agency season 1

Every episode of Agency season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Agency season 1!

A self-made executive navigates the cutthroat world of advertising, stopping at nothing — no matter how calculating — to become the head of her agency.

Last Updated: 3/22/2025Network: JTBCStatus: Ended
You Must Row the Boat and Move Forward When There Is No Wind
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9.00
11 votes

#1 - You Must Row the Boat and Move Forward When There Is No Wind

Season 1 - Episode 16 - Aired 2/26/2023

A bombshell revelation puts an unwanted spotlight on Chang-su. Ah-in and Han-na set their final plan into motion to rise to the top of the company.

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A Candle Shines Brighter Than the Sun At Night
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8.85
13 votes

#2 - A Candle Shines Brighter Than the Sun At Night

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/21/2023

Cho Eun‑jeong approaches Ah-in after struggling to balance work and family life. As part of a strategic move, Ah-in offers Han-na an enticing proposal.

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Forgetting What Was Lost
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8.80
10 votes

#3 - Forgetting What Was Lost

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 2/12/2023

Han-na shares a tender moment with her father — who gives her some unexpected advice. Ah-in comes face-to-face with a figure from the past.

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Make Sure to Listen Even to a Fool
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8.79
14 votes

#4 - Make Sure to Listen Even to a Fool

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/22/2023

Han-na's first press opportunity doesn't go as planned. Eun‑jeong witnesses Ah-in in a vulnerable moment. Later, Ah-in takes on a challenging PR project.

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What You Shouldn't Do, and What You Need to Do
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8.78
9 votes

#5 - What You Shouldn't Do, and What You Need to Do

Season 1 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/25/2023

An unexpected person steps in to advocate for Ah-in, angering Chang-su. Ah-in offers Han-na guidance on her next steps — no strings attached.

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Shared Joy Becomes Jealousy, Shared Sorrow Becomes a Weakness
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8.75
12 votes

#6 - Shared Joy Becomes Jealousy, Shared Sorrow Becomes a Weakness

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/15/2023

With her job on the line, Ah-in must scramble when a big client faces legal trouble. She later meets Han-na, who begins working at her company.

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Think Strategically and Act Crazy
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8.73
11 votes

#7 - Think Strategically and Act Crazy

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/8/2023

Kang Han-na returns to Korea after cluing in to the path that's laid for her. Ah-in discovers the harsh truth about her job — sending her into a spiral.

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The Ones Who Make Miracles
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8.73
11 votes

#8 - The Ones Who Make Miracles

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/4/2023

Ah-in makes a defiant move and showcases her long-awaited presentation to Woowon Group. Han-na attempts to establish her authority at the agency.

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Only Those You Trust Can Stab You in the Back
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8.73
11 votes

#9 - Only Those You Trust Can Stab You in the Back

Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/18/2023

Kang Han-su approaches Yeong-woo with an offer. Ah-in lets her guard down and makes kind gestures to her team. Chang-su schemes to take down Ah-in.

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Well-Prepared Villains Are Quick to Act
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8.67
12 votes

#10 - Well-Prepared Villains Are Quick to Act

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/29/2023

Ah-in discovers the true intention behind the PR project. She and her team scramble to concoct the perfect messaging for their upcoming pitch.

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When a Lion Begins the Hunt, the Jungle Trembles in Fear
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8.58
12 votes

#11 - When a Lion Begins the Hunt, the Jungle Trembles in Fear

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/14/2023

Ah-in's strategic move riles up the staff at the agency. Later, she makes a controversial executive decision — and a risky bet.

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The Hour Between Dog and Wolf
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8.50
10 votes

#12 - The Hour Between Dog and Wolf

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 2/11/2023

Chang-su continues his attempts to stir up the company's internal politics — and raise his own stature. Ah-in receives a threat after her latest success.

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The War Only Ends for the Deceased
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8.50
10 votes

#13 - The War Only Ends for the Deceased

Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/19/2023

Chang-su escalates his attacks against Ah-in and Han-na — who later work together when a sudden dilemma arises. Ah-in makes an abrupt career move.

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The Check Always Comes
star
8.40
10 votes

#14 - The Check Always Comes

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/5/2023

Ah-in finds herself in a precarious situation as her personal demons begin to weigh her down. Han-na makes a sudden proposition to Park Yeong-woo.

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The Hungry Beast Will Get Fed
star
8.00
11 votes

#15 - The Hungry Beast Will Get Fed

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/28/2023

Poised to impress her father and prove him wrong, Han-na goes all in on the agency's PR pitch — pitting Ah-in and Choi Chang-su against each other.

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A Swan Incessantly Kicks Its Legs Beneath the Surface
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7.75
16 votes

#16 - A Swan Incessantly Kicks Its Legs Beneath the Surface

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/7/2023

Determined to succeed amid rampant internal politics, Go Ah-in competes for a chance at a promotion. Meanwhile, Jung Jae-hun presents her with an offer.

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