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The Best Episodes of Dear Hongrang Season 1

Every episode of Dear Hongrang Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Dear Hongrang Season 1!

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When a long-missing heir returns with lost memories, love and suspicion entwine. Is he truly Hongrang, or a stranger disturbing hearts and family ties?

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 1 - Rainbow Hong, Shining Rang - My Brother Hongrang
    7.9/10(138 votes)

    #1 - Rainbow Hong, Shining Rang - My Brother Hongrang

    S1:E1

    Twelve years after Sim Hongrang's sudden disappearance, a man seeming to be him appears — passing all the tests. Yet Sim Jae-yi remains unconvinced.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 2 - The One Who Stole Our World
    9.1/10(82 votes)

    #2 - The One Who Stole Our World

    S1:E2

    Jae-yi and Hongrang separately search for a ghost rumored to be abducting children. In their search, peril strikes Jae-yi — but Hongrang is at her rescue.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 3 - The Most Authentic Replica
    9.1/10(80 votes)

    #3 - The Most Authentic Replica

    S1:E3

    After Hongrang's act of heroism, Jae-yi begins to question her doubts. Sim Mu-jin schemes to expose Hongrang's identity at his birthday celebration.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 4 - Our Reflective Scars
    9.3/10(82 votes)

    #4 - Our Reflective Scars

    S1:E4

    Learning of Min Yeon-ui's plans, Sim Yeol-guk devises a counterattack. Hongrang struggles with his conscience after being assigned a terrible task.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 5 - The Thicker the Veil, the Clearer the Heart
    9.1/10(69 votes)

    #5 - The Thicker the Veil, the Clearer the Heart

    S1:E5

    As she learns more about Hongrang's past, Jae-yi begins to care for him. Later, Hongrang and Mu-jin suspect Lady Min’s scheme to marry Jae-yi off.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 6 - Nothing Mu, Finished Jin - Brother Mu-jin
    8.9/10(72 votes)

    #6 - Nothing Mu, Finished Jin - Brother Mu-jin

    S1:E6

    As plans to stop Jae-yi's arrangement fail, she finds herself in a dangerous bind. The opposition between Yeol-guk and Yeon-ui reaches a boiling point.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 7 - Roaring Waves
    9.0/10(72 votes)

    #7 - Roaring Waves

    S1:E7

    As Mu-jin's fate remains dire, Jae-yi attempts to do whatever it takes to save him. Later, news of a dead child returning spreads, alarming Hongrang.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 8 - Imperfect Jae, Departing Yi - My Name Is Jae-yi
    8.9/10(75 votes)

    #8 - Imperfect Jae, Departing Yi - My Name Is Jae-yi

    S1:E8

    Jae-yi decides to leave with Mu-jin despite her feelings for Hongrang. Yeol-guk initiates damage control after discovering a conspiracy against him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 9 - The Living Offering
    9.0/10(73 votes)

    #9 - The Living Offering

    S1:E9

    A manhunt for Hongrang and Jae-yi ensues, putting them in grave danger. As they hide, their bond deepens, facing threats and challenges together.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 10 - A Bittersweet Farewell
    9.0/10(70 votes)

    #10 - A Bittersweet Farewell

    S1:E10

    With Hongrang captured, Yeol-guk attempts to restore the guild in his name. But Grand Prince Hanpyeong wastes no time putting his grand plan into motion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Dear Hongrang Season 1 Episode 11 - Forever and After
    9.2/10(94 votes)

    #11 - Forever and After

    S1:E11

    The truth about Hongrang is revealed, but enemies remain. In the end, will he be able to save Jae-yi and free himself from the shackles of his past?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Rainbow Hong, Shining Rang - My Brother Hongrang" is the best rated episode of "Dear Hongrang" season 1. It scored 7.9/10 based on 138 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/16/2025. This episode is rated 1.2 points higher than the second-best, "The One Who Stole Our World".