Resident Playbook Cast Reunites for Heartfelt Farewell Special

The cast of the beloved tvN drama Resident Playbook reunited for a special behind-the-scenes farewell in Resident Playbook Special: After Work, Finally. The episode aired on June 24 at 10:50 PM KST, following the premiere of another anticipated series, Mysterious Seoul.

Set in a cozy café called Gureungdowon, the main cast — Go Younjung (Oh Yi-young), Shin Sia (Pyo Nam-kyung), Kang Youseok (Um Jae-il), Han Yeji (Kim Sabi), and Jeong Jun-won (Koo Do-won) — gathered to share heartfelt memories and behind-the-scenes tales. Jeong Jun-won took on a new role as the café’s host, showcasing his unexpected skills as an emcee.

Following his friendly lead, the other cast members discussed their favorite scenes from the drama, their personal experiences during filming, and what they’ve been up to since the show wrapped. Fan-favorite romantic subplots and emotionally charged moments were revisited, giving longtime viewers both laughs and tears.

Adding depth to the special episode were touching messages from the cast’s mentors: Lee Bong-ryun (Seo Jung-min), Lee Chang-hoon (Ryu Jae-hwi), Son Ji-yoon (Gong Ki-sun), and Lee Hyun-kyun (Jo Jun-mo). These professors, who guided the residents with both stern advice and warm encouragement, shared their thoughts on the growth and journey of their younger colleagues.

Resident Playbook Special: After Work, Finally served as a warm farewell to a cast that captivated audiences for weeks. As the spin-off built on the success of the original Hospital Playlist franchise, it sustained immense popularity, even ranking number one in combined TV and OTT buzz for five consecutive weeks.

With heart-touching reflections and behind-the-scenes gems, this special closed the chapter on Resident Playbook in the most moving way.