Season 1 Plot
Su-ji is a psychiatrist at Haedeul Hospital and a celebrity who is considered the most sought-after for variety shows. In addition to medical treatment, she is a hot shot who has never slept more than three hours a day due to tight schedules such as broadcasts, book concerts, and fan signing events. However, her perfect life, which seemed to be on a roll forever, starts to fall apart. It all begins with Chae U-ri, the new doctor. He is talented, humorous, and full of justice. Therefore, in the eyes of a doctor who believes understanding and trust of patients are the top priority, Su-ji seems to be a selfish person who only cares about her own success, and they naturally become enemies in the hospital. However, when Su-ji disappears due to various scandals, he starts to understand her pain. What will happen between Su-ji and U-ri, who were at each other's throats from the beginning?
Su Ji and U Ri Season 1 aired on March 25th, 2024.
Season 1 Episodes
1. Episode 1
Su Ji is a national psychiatrist and a star doctor at Haedeul Hospital who is always busy from morning to night. Besides, her sister, Na Young, is an eating show reporter who dreams of becoming a news anchor. Meanwhile, U Ri gets discharged from the military and heads straight to Haedeul Hospital.
2. Episode 2
Following a promising Bibi Roll investment briefing, Jang Soo is optimistic about advancing his position in the restaurant industry. Meanwhile, Do Young finds himself at a police station after a rap battle confrontation with his longtime rival. Meanwhile, Su Ji is tasked with hosting the 50th-anniversary celebration of Haedeul Hospital, while U Ri expresses disappointment with her tendency to prioritize other concerns over patients.
3. Episode 3
U Ri spends his day dealing with the persistent requests of Su Ji's patients and their caretakers. Meanwhile, Su Ji grapples with memories from her childhood that unexpectedly resurface at The Courtyard House. Unaware of Su Ji's inner turmoil, U Ri becomes irritated upon discovering that Su Ji has discarded the sorghum rice cake balls gifted by Sun Young. Meanwhile, Jin Tae's birthday is marked by Ma Ri's indifference, dampening the festivities.
4. Episode 4
U Ri gets swamped with work because of Su Ji's busy schedule. It only angers him when he sees her posing for a promotional photo shoot. Jang Soo finds it strange he can't get a hold of Mr. Gong, and Na Young asks Su Ji to help her get lessons from a famous announcer. Meanwhile, Hyun Sung returns home after ending his long life in the US.
5. Episode 5
Ma Ri and Hyun Sung visit the temple to pay their respects to Ma Ri's late father, but Hyun Sung senses there is someone else Ma Ri is mourning. U Ri takes a crushing kick from Su Ji and throws out his back. Meanwhile, Na Young gets invited to dinner with the chief director of the broadcasting station.
6. Episode 6
Doo Ri faces a financial dilemma when she's unfairly forced to foot the bill for damaged clothes. Ma Ri asserts control over Jin Tae by unilaterally altering 50th-anniversary plans. As Na Young's cheek swells with a fiery red hue, Yoon Ja's frustration escalates beyond harsh words, intensifying the tension with Su Ji.
7. Episode 7
Doo Ri refuses to let her hard-earned money slip away without actively seeking out the one accountable. She initiates picketing outside the company's entrance. Following a pleasant dinner with his parents, Hyun Sung encounters Su Ji and U Ri seemingly enjoying themselves together at the restaurant. Meanwhile, Sun Young reflects on the tragic accident she experienced 27 years ago.
8. Episode 8
Na Young is enraged at Su Ji for not keeping her promise to arrange a lesson with Ms. Son. U Ri is troubled by Su Ji’s abrupt change in demeanor ever since he mentioned seeing her cry at the hospital. Jang Soo is anxious as he frets over Mr. Gong disappearing. Meanwhile, the highly anticipated 50th-anniversary celebration at Haedeul Hospital unexpectedly leads to a reunion with Su Ji's former friend.
9. Episode 9
Jang Soo's Bibi Roll venture turns for the worse, and he faces unforeseen turmoil. Jung Soon and Sun Young worry about A Ra's entrance to school while still in their care. Meanwhile, Na Young can't stand to see Su Ji's success and becomes overly jealous of her.
10. Episode 10
Hyun Sung and Su Ji say goodbye after their affection reunion. Na Young uses the handkerchief as an excuse and visits U Ri at the hospital. Sun Young gets an urgent call from A Ra's kindergarten that requires her appearance, and Jin Tae forces Hyun Sung to attend a piano recital. Meanwhile, the Haedeul Hospital's Psychiatry Department has a dinner get-together.
11. Episode 11
Jin Tae suggests a joint interview to Ma Ri, as Jang Soo rushes to resolve the significant problem he's gotten into before Su Ji discovers it, leaving him in a state of panic. The events of last night lead to a tentative reconciliation between Su Ji and U Ri, though it quickly dissipates. Meanwhile, Hyun Sung is troubled by the man who answered Su Ji's phone call for her.
12. Episode 12
Jin Tae and Ma Ri stumble upon a heap of gimbap left by Hyun Sung and wonder for whom they are intended. Su Ji and Hyun Sung reminisce about their past while on a date. U Ri ends up telling Su Ji about Na Young's persistent inquiries about her the previous night, leaving Su Ji feeling uncomfortable. Meanwhile, Sun Young aims to play matchmaker between Woo Chang and the kindergarten teacher.
13. Episode 13
Jin Tae ignores Hyun Sung's intentions and pushes for him to meet a girl from a prestigious family. Yoon Ja suspects Jang Soo of having an affair and tails him, while Su Ji sees A Ra's yellow cape and recalls her young past. Meanwhile, Sun Young asks Woo Chang to spend the weekend together.
14. Episode 14
Yoon Ja can't figure out what is with Jang Soo, but she still treats him like an ATM. Hyun Sung takes Su Ji as a defensive strategy to the piano recital that Jin Tae forced on him. Meanwhile, the Courtyard House family is ecstatic at the news of Woo Chang and Sun Young going on a date and cheer them on.
15. Episode 15
Woo Chang is taken aback to discover that Sun Young isn't his intended companion, but another person entirely. After a decade of holding on to it, Hyun Sung finally presents Su Ji with a gift. Na Young receives uplifting news as she learns she's made it to the finals of the audition. Do Young learns about the challenges his father has been facing.
16. Episode 16
Na Young is frustrated because Su Ji always interrupts her moments alone with U Ri. Su Ji is enraged upon discovering that Na Young has rifled through her cherished possessions. Jang Soo and Do Young are engaged in undercover operations to apprehend the fleeing Mr. Gong. Su Ji is taken aback when she encounters Hyun Sung at the hospital, appearing to be someone she didn’t expect him to be.
17. Episode 17
Su Ji is shocked when she finds out that Hyun Sung is the new director at the hospital. Meanwhile, something about U Ri keeps bothering Hyun Sung, even though U Ri has zero interest in Su Ji. Ma Ri embarrasses Jin Tae at the company meeting while introducing the hospital’s new crucial business. Yoon Ja is suspicious of why Jang Soo and Do Young are always together throughout the day. Na Young bluntly tells U Ri that she likes him.
18. Episode 18
Su Ji learns she was nominated to host the program Na Young desperately wanted, while Jang Soo deals with the severe aftermath of the fraud. At Handeul Hospital, Ma Ri and Jin Tae get into a heated discussion when their views on managing the hospital collide. Meanwhile, Na Young calls U Ri for solace after discovering her position as the host got lost to someone else.
19. Episode 19
Jin Tae sees Hyun Sung with Su Ji in front of the hospital, and Ma Ri discovers pictures of Hyun Sung with Su Ji. Yoon Ja tells Bok Sun that she saw someone who resembled Sun Young, while Jang Soo begins to chase down the partner that left him in shambles. Meanwhile, Na Young is shocked when she learns the identity of the person who took her host position.
20. Episode 20
Su Ji once again reveals a side of herself to U Ri that she had intended to keep hidden. Sun Young tends to Woo Chang, who falls ill due to her words. Hyun Sung becomes envious upon discovering Su Ji and U Ri napping in the same room during their night shift. Meanwhile, Jang Soo successfully locates Mr. Gong, only to encounter an unexpected obstacle.
21. Episode 21
The Bibi Roll investors are causing a commotion at the hospital, insisting that Su Ji immediately settle her father's debt. Hyun Sung and U Ri intervene before Su Ji steps into the fray. Meanwhile, Jin Tae is displeased with Hyun Sung's public involvement, referring to him as Su Ji's fiance. Sun Young discovers the reason behind A Ra's fixation on fifty cents.
22. Episode 22
Su Ji is stunned by the revelation of Hyun Sung's parents. Jin Tae and Ma Ri are shocked upon learning that Hyun Sung's return to Haedeul Hospital is primarily because of Su Ji. Na Young takes action to secure the new program's MC position, confronting the director directly. Meanwhile, U Ri responds to Na Young's confession.
23. Episode 23
U Ri finds Na Young's behavior strange whenever Su Ji gets mentioned and believes she has a bizarre compulsive disorder against her. Hyun Sung confides in U Ri about how he feels about Su Ji, and Jang Soo's family prepares to move. Meanwhile, Jung Soon becomes furious when she sees a picture of A Ra, Woo Chang, and Sun Young together.
24. Episode 24
Do Young takes on a part-time job to help the family, and Su Ji gets offered an exclusive contract with a huge signing bonus. Jung Soon can't stand the current relationship between Woo Chang and Sun Young and explodes in anger. Meanwhile, Jin Tae reveals his genuine feelings to his son.
25. Episode 25
U Ri intervenes to prevent Su Ji from suffering serious harm due to Na Young's actions. Na Young becomes aware that Su Ji's partner is the son of the owner of the Haedeul Foundation. Ma Ri is touched by Jin Tae's proposal to dedicate the new hospital center to her father. Meanwhile, the residents of The Courtyard House organize a family getaway to help calm Jung Soon's troubled emotions.
26. Episode 26
U Ri recognizes the individual in the video who received a slap from Su Ji. Seeking clarity on the incident, he arranges a meeting with Na Young. Sun Young harbors guilt over Jung Soon's choice to leave their home. Do Young stands up against those who criticize Su Ji solely based on the video. Hyun Sung feels disheartened as Su Ji continuously declines his offers of assistance.
27. Episode 27
Understanding the harm the viral video is causing her career and seeing patients start to cancel appointments, Su Ji gets ready for a press conference to explain. Ma Ri organizes the press conference for Su Ji. Meanwhile, Do Young narrowly avoids trouble thanks to Doo Ri. Na Young feels more anxious as Su Ji's press conference approaches.
28. Episode 28
An unexpected event during the press conference ruins Su Ji's image. Hyun Sung takes Su Ji, exhausted from the stress, to his officetel, where he lets her recuperate. Jin Tae suddenly learns that the Jihan Group wants to stop plans to build the research lab. Meanwhile, excitement fills the air at The Courtyard House because of Woo Chang's date.
29. Episode 29
Jin Tae orders Hyun Sung to step away from any affairs involving Su Ji, while Do Young and Doo Ri establish a debtor-creditor relationship on paper. U Ri goes to Hyun Sung's officetel to talk about Su Ji and sees traces of Su Ji everywhere. Meanwhile, Su Ji and Na Young get into another fight, but someone watches them in secret.
30. Episode 30
Su Ji gets humiliated by the protesters in front of the hospital, and U Ri saves her. Director Han decides to terminate Su Ji as her scandal is causing the whole hospital to suffer damage. Furthermore, Su Ji gets ready to make an official statement through her show, and another video of her goes viral on the internet.
31. Episode 31
Su Ji collapses in Sun Young's arms, and Sun Young takes her to the emergency room. Hyun Sung and Su Ji's family head over to the hospital as soon as they hear the news. U Ri visits her later on, but Hyun Sung warns him not to cross the line and sends him away. The next day, Sun Young stops by Su Ji's ward to get her food.
32. Episode 32
Jin Tae lets go of Su Ji from her position to deal with the issue that's getting out of hand. Jang Soo begins selling Bibi Roll on the streets, aiming for a business comeback. Su Ji confides in U Ri about her desire to release everything and fade away from the world. Doo Ri reaches out to Do Young to share news about an enticing part-time job opportunity.