‘The Judge from Hell’ Wins Bronze at 2025 New York Festivals TV & Film Awards
SBS has achieved international recognition as its fantasy drama ‘The Judge from Hell’, directed by Park Jin-pyo, secured a Bronze Award in the Science Fiction/Fantasy/Horror category at the prestigious 2025 New York Festivals TV & Film Awards.
Airing from September 21 to November 2, 2024, the drama captivated audiences with its unique premise—an infernal demon named Kang Bit-na (played by Park Shin-hye) incarnates into the body of a judge and meets an empathetic detective, Han Da-on (played by Kim Jae-young), to deliver justice in a morally chaotic world. The show’s creative narrative, social commentary, and standout performances earned it recognition on the global stage.
Meanwhile, SBS’s other entries have also drawn international attention. The lifestyle variety program ‘Dongne Meotjip 2’, directed by Kim Myung-ha, reached the finals in the Lifestyle Program category. The show chronicles the transformation of fading local spots into community hotspots, reflecting themes of urban regeneration and communal bonding.
Another SBS drama, ‘My Demon’ (aired from November 24, 2023 to January 20, 2024), directed by Kim Jang Han, made it to the finals in the Drama category. The show explores the boundaries between reality and fantasy, delivering both visual flair and a thought-provoking narrative on humanity and redemption.
The New York Festivals TV & Film Awards, established in 1957, are one of the most prestigious international competitions in the media sector, honoring excellence across 14 categories including news, documentaries, entertainment, sports and more.
SBS’s continued success at the NYF highlights the growing global appeal of Korean storytelling and content innovation in both scripted and unscripted formats.
