As far as I know, now there are about 94 episodes of Running Man have aired (till this article posted). Therefore, there are many guests have featured in the show, abide its slow rating growth, now they are the leading variety show to date (thanks to the labour union strike invoked in KBS and MBC; it helps SBS show gain its points). However, among the guest, which tops the rating list? Let's check it out!!!
15. Episode 69 - Choi Minsoo [Rating: 16.9%]
This episode is the continuation of Episode 52, when Choi Minsoo was betrayed by the tricky Yoo Jaesuk in creating alliance to beat Kin Jong Kook's team. However, the betrayal of Yooruce Willis has made him to ask Running Man staff for a return. Called "Grasshopper's Hunting", he shows no mercy to Yoo Jaesuk, as he set up all the rules in the games, pointing on creating fear among Running Man members.
14. Episode 86 - Ha Ji Won, Gaeko (Dynamic Duo) [Rating: 16.9%]
Who doesn't know Ha Ji Won? One of the prominent actresses in Korea, her appearance in Running Man would surely boasted the show's rating as well. After a successful return to small screen throug blockbuster weekend drama SBS "Secret Garden", people would never miss her in any show. Themed as "Running Man Championship" this episode secure some good rating for it.
13. Episode 80 - Go Ara, T-ara Hyomin, Im Soo Hyang [Rating: 17.2%]
This episode features among the rising artist in the scene. After sending a love call to Running Man staff, Im Soo Hyang finally casted in this Running Man episode, along with teen star Go Ara and idol group T-ara Hyomin. Themed as "Charlie's Angel" episode, the mission disguised as "Retro Blind Date", so watch it as it progressed.
12. Episode 87 - Han Ga In [Rating: 17.4%]
Called "First Love" race, this episode is based on Han Ga In's latest hit drama, MBC "The Moon That Embraces The Sun", which hits more than 40% rating for its slot. First appearance in variety show, Han Ga In shows some unexpected action which will make viewers melt into her lovable character. An episode that would never miss it.
11. Episode 81 - No Guest [Rating: 17.4%]
This episode was a continuation of another no-guest series that Gary has won before. Called "Gary's Memories", this episode begins when Gary was just back from European Tour, in the airport, after Running Man fulfill his wishes to have tour if he won "Running Man Survival Series Part 2". The members need to unlock what is inside Gary's mind in order to win the race.
10. Episode 91 - No Guest [Rating: 17.6%]
This episode featured the return of Yoomes Bond. Themed as "Yoomes Bond 1st Anniversary", the race is based on the top American series, "Prison Break", with a little twist in the end. There are many unexpected event happens during the mission progress, including one that even shocked the staff. Nothing lose in watching it.
9. Episode 74 - No Guest [Rating: 17.7]
Called "Running Man Survival Series 2", but it was most popular called as "Christmas Superpowers Episode". In this episode, every member will be given a present in the Christmas which will be useful in the main race. Many series of unexpected events happen before Gary sealed his second win in this episode, which grants him Europe Tour. This episode is the predecessor of what is called "Gary's Memories" episodes later.
8. Episode 84 & 85 - Big Bang [Rating: 17.7% - Part 1; 16.9% - Part 2]
Big Bang is back! As well as their grand comeback, their entrance is also grandiose, too. When Running Man members arrived in a Jeep, they have no idea that Big Bang will make their entrance from helicopter, landing at the riverbank of Han River. Aired in 2-part series, this episode will show the frontal attack of both teams, as well as counter attack of Big Bang, after being humiliated by the Running Man.
7. Episode 93 & 94 - 4minute Hyuna, miss A Suzy, f(x) Krystal, KARA Seungyeon & Gyuri [Rating: 17.7% - Part 1; 17.0% - Part 2]
This episode will feature all girl group idol - so called High School Girl Episode 2 - together for the race. This episode consists of "Survival Game" - Part 1 and "Wedding Race" - Part 2, the presence of the girls will make all the members go wild with their antics! On of the best episodes ever, and for sure, high ratings achieved; a happy response from 4nias', Say As', Aff(x)tions' and Kamilias'.
6. Episode 79 - Kim Jae Dong, Yoon Do Hyun [Rating: 18.0%]
This episode was shot directly with previous episode (episode 78 - Chohanji Mission with Lee Bum Soo & Hong Soo Hyun), where it spans for 2-3 days, taking flight from Seoul to Busan. Based on the detective movie "Sherlock Holmes", Kim Jae Dong sure make the show more interesting, as Yoon Do Hyun's quirky character added some spice to the show. Probably one of the best mission ever created by Running Man, this should be the episode to watch for.
5. Episode 70 - Son Ye Jin, Lee Minki, Park Cheol Min [Rating: 18.0%]
Episode 70 might be the first episode to feature some of the hot star in the entertainment industry, as Son Ye Jin made her first appearance ever in variety show genre. Called "Phone Race", this mission is based slightly on Lee Minki's new movie, "Quick". In this episode, Son Ye Jin made quite an impression, even scaring the producers inside there, with her "blackmail"! An episode not to miss.
4. Episode 82 & 83 - Lee Dahae, Oh Ji Ho [Rating: 16.7% - Part 1; 18.1% - Part 2]
"My Girl" effect is still on! Lee Dahae visits Running Man with such a charisma, melting the casanova, HaHa. Her trick inside her sleeves will not be going wasted. Called "Spy Game", this episode specially created as an turnaround to usual previous format that let the guest be the spy. This will surely caught Running Man members in the act, as they might guess that the guest will certainly the spy of the show.
3. Episode 75 - Super Junior Choi Siwon, SHINee Minho, Wonder Girls Sohee, f(x) Sulli, SISTAR Hyorin [Rating: 19.2%]
The new year episode featuring the most promising act in the idol world will surely attracts the viewers; if not all, the ELFs, Shawols, Wonderfuls, Pluses and STAR1s will surely watch that. Called "Mathematics Race" this race fully applied mathematics equations to win the race. Look forward to the excitement and frustration of the member, who struggles dealing with maths!!
2. Episode 72 & 73 - Lee Min Jung, Jung Yong Hwa, Jackie Chan (cameo) [Rating: 17.5% - Part 1; 19.2% - Part 2]
One of Running Man overseas episode. this episode will also feature special cameo appearance from Hong Kong Superstar, Jackie Chan, delivering missions to the Running Man members. Aired in 2-part, this episode will features some of fascinating places in Hong Kong, as well as the appearance of rising actress Lee Min Jung and CNBLUE leader, Jung Yong Hwa.
1. Episode 76 & 77 - IU, Ji Jin Hee, Joo Sang Wook, Kim Sung Soo, Lee Chun Hee [Rating: 18.6% - Part 1; 20.1% - Part 2]
A follow-up appearance by IU will surely boost the rating. The arrival of "nation's little sister" will surely attracts majority of the viewers outside there. Added up to the ratings were the skillful chase by the 4 killers in hunting Running Man member, this episode surely brings you thrills, fear and excitement to joy for.
[p/s: thanks for visiting the site, and special thanks to the source that provide information for my analysis, and also the netizen who upload some pictures online for me to download it. No copyright imposed; it is just for posting only, and millions of thanks for those who stumbled upon the blog. Rating analysis - AGB Nielsen rating (entire country), since it has the most complete data]
