When the Phone Rings

Season

2024

5.9

Baek Sa Eon, a former presidential spokesman, marries Hong Hui Ju, a mute newspaper heiress, in an arranged union. When Hui Ju is kidnapped, their distant relationship is challenged as they navigate the crisis.

Episode List

S1 • E1

Episode #1.1

After receiving a call from Hong Hee-joo's kidnapper, Paik Sa-eon attempts to learn more about him - only to find it's hard to escape his surveillance.

S1 • E2

Episode #1.2

Sa-eon works quickly to track down the caller, forcing Hee-joo to stay hypervigilant. Despite her fears, she continues to play along with the ruse.

S1 • E3

Episode #1.3

After Sa-eon experiences an attack, he grows wary of Hee-joo's relationship with her friend. Meanwhile, an ominous figure makes his presence known.

S1 • E4

Episode #1.4

After receiving the ominous call, Hee-joo abandons her clandestine plan. She then undergoes a tough interview with Sa-eon - sharing an intimate moment.

S1 • E5

Episode #1.5

Sa-eon grapples with feelings of betrayal after learning the truth about Hee-joo. However, when she receives good news, they begin to grow fonder.

S1 • E6

Episode #1.6

Hee-joo confronts a figure from her past who wishes to reveal what she knows. She then embarks on a retreat with Sa-eon - who becomes possessive of her.

S1 • E7

Episode #1.7

Sa-eon and Hee-joo's relationship shifts after her harrowing rescue. Determined to catch the kidnapper, Sa-eon goes full force - with the help of 406.

S1 • E8

Episode #1.8

As Hee-joo and Sa-eon grow closer, the threat from the kidnapper intensifies. Sa-eon discovers an ominous and shocking clue from a past figure.

S1 • E9

Episode #1.9

Hee-joo worries about Sa-eon after learning the truth about him. She later appears on the stage of her dreams, side by side with her love.

S1 • E10

Episode #1.10

While attempting to rescue Hee-joo, Sa-eon discovers another surprising conspirator - whom he later tries to persuade to help locate the kidnapper.

S1 • E11

Episode #1.11

After Hee-joo's bold move, her fate and that of her kidnapper remain uncertain. But Sa-eon refuses to give up - leaving no stone unturned to find her.