The WORST episodes of Doctor on the Edge

Every episode of Doctor on the Edge ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Doctor on the Edge!

Elite plastic surgeon Do Jiui has his perfect life turned upside down when he's unexpectedly sent to the remote island of Pyeondongdo as a public health doctor. Surrounded by the sea, the island is more than just isolation for him, as past trauma has turned the ocean into an unknowable terror and a massive prison. Intrusive locals and grotesque bugs turn life into a living hell for the city man. Amid it all, a mysterious nurse, Yuk Hari, appears. Hiding secrets behind her gentle smile, she always seems to be nearby when Jiui is overwhelmed by his fear of the sea. As the two become entangled on the small island, can Jiui overcome his past and escape safely?

Last Updated: 7/11/2026Network: ENAStatus: Ended

Courage to Forgive

7.62

26 votes

#1 - Courage to Forgive

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/29/2026

Hari opens up to Jiui, who stood by her despite harsh words. After confirming their feelings, they head to Jineondo to provide medical care.

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Reconciliation, Healing, And...

7.77

26 votes

#2 - Reconciliation, Healing, And...

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/6/2026

Jiui opens up to Hari and realizes their love hurts them. When a patient returns, Jiui is at a crossroads. Jeongseon hides her pregnancy from Jucheon.

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I Can't Do It. I Can't Ignore You.

7.81

26 votes

#3 - I Can't Do It. I Can't Ignore You.

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/23/2026

After Mija's passing, Hari tries to return to daily life, but breaks when rain destroys her keepsakes. Jeongseon and Jucheon begin their romance.

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An Unspeakable Secret

7.89

27 votes

#4 - An Unspeakable Secret

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/16/2026

Jiui and Hari confirm their feelings, but Mija opposes their relationship. The county chief plots to exploit the Deokhwa incident for political gain.

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The Woman Who Crosses the Line

7.90

29 votes

#5 - The Woman Who Crosses the Line

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/2/2026

Do Ji-ui meets the mysterious nurse Yuk Ha-ri, and their line-crossing house calls begin.

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It's Not Okay.

7.91

23 votes

#6 - It's Not Okay.

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/30/2026

A medevac helicopter crashes, killing the pilot. Jiui shuts himself off despite Hari's pleas. His first love, reappears, leaving Hari feeling small.

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If I Just Hold On, Things Will Work Out Somehow!

8.07

29 votes

#7 - If I Just Hold On, Things Will Work Out Somehow!

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 7/7/2026

The governor orders closure of the public health center and offers to reverse it in exchange for reelection support, forcing Jiui to choose.

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Words Left Unsaid

8.12

25 votes

#8 - Words Left Unsaid

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/22/2026

Torn between love and duty, Jiui leaves Hari hurt and their relationship on shaky ground. Meanwhile, Mija's condition worsens.

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The Doctor Sent to the Island

8.16

32 votes

#9 - The Doctor Sent to the Island

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/1/2026

Dreading his post, Do Ji-ui arrives on Pyeondongdo, meets Yuk Ha-ri, and begins harsh island life.

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A Notorious Woman, a Pathetic Man

8.16

25 votes

#10 - A Notorious Woman, a Pathetic Man

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/9/2026

Hari opens up to Jiui about her grandmother, and he comes to understand her pain. When an emergency strikes Pyeondongdo, Jiui is frozen by trauma.

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Pyeondong Scandal

8.17

23 votes

#11 - Pyeondong Scandal

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/15/2026

Hari nurses Jiui in the hospital as rumors swirl. Jiui grows cold, and things worsen when Hari's ex-boyfriend appears. Mija becomes critically ill.

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Getting Through Another Day

8.23

26 votes

#12 - Getting Through Another Day

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/8/2026

As the village chief's harassment worsens, Jiui resolves to provide perfunctory care to endure the year. Hari and Chiyeon end up stranded overnight.

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