Doctor on the Edge brings together medical emergencies, island life, romance and emotional healing in a story set far away from the bustle of the city. Curious to know more about the upcoming series? Here are all the details about the K-drama Doctor on the Edge, including its plot, cast and complete episode release schedule.
Adapted from the webtoon Doctor Jonbeo by Kim Tae-pung, the Disney+ series follows plastic surgeon Do Ji-ui after he is assigned to a remote island where he gradually forms a deep bond with nurse Yook Ha-ri while caring for the island’s isolated residents.
The drama is directed by Lee Myung-woo and written by Kim Ji-soo.
How many episodes are there in the K-drama Doctor on the Edge?
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The 2026 medical romance series consists of 12 episodes.
Complete episode release schedule of the K-drama Doctor on the Edge
The series premiered on 1 June 2026. New episodes are available every Monday and Tuesday. Find the full schedule below:
- Episode 1 – 1 June 2026 (Out now)
- Episode 2 – 2 June 2026 (Out now)
- Episode 3 – 8 June 2026
- Episode 4 – 9 June 2026
- Episode 5 – 15 June 2026
- Episode 6 – 16 June 2026
- Episode 7 – 22 June 2026
- Episode 8 – 23 June 2026
- Episode 9 – 29 June 2026
- Episode 10 – 30 June 2026
- Episode 11 – 6 July 2026
- Episode 12 (Finale) – 7 July 2026
Who is in the cast of Doctor on the Edge?
The series stars Lee Jae-wook as Do Ji-ui and Shin Ye-eun as Yook Ha-ri.
Additional cast members include Hong Min-gi as Hyun Chi-yeon, Lee Soo-kyung as Um Jeong-seon, Kim Yoon-woo as Yong Ju-cheon, and Kil Hae-yeon as O Mi-ja.
What is the plot of the K-drama?
The Korean drama centres on Do Ji-ui, a plastic surgeon completing his mandatory public health service after being assigned to PyeongDong Island, an isolated place feared by many doctors due to its harsh conditions and constant medical emergencies.
Although the island initially appears peaceful, Do Ji-ui soon finds himself overwhelmed by nonstop crises, difficult patients and the emotional burden of becoming one of the few medical professionals the residents can rely on. Amid the chaos, he grows closer to nurse Yook Ha-ri, a warm yet secretive woman who slowly helps him lower his emotional walls.
As the two navigate life-threatening emergencies and personal struggles together, Doctor on the Edge explores healing, love, loneliness, and the challenges of serving a forgotten community surrounded by the sea.
Is there a trailer for the series?
Yes, watch the trailer below:
(Hero and featured image credit: disneypluskr/Instagram)
Note : The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.
