Beyond the Bar, one of the most talked-about legal K-dramas of 2025, concluded with a finale blending courtroom drama and emotional reflection. The series, written by Park Mi-hyeon and directed by Kim Jae-hong, follows two dedicated lawyers handling complex and unconventional cases.
It stars Lee Jin-uk as Yoon Seok-hoon and Jung Chae-yeon as Kang Hyo-min, with supporting roles played by Lee Hak-joo, Jeon Hye-bin, and Lee Je-yeon. The finale achieved an 8.4% nationwide viewership rating, highlighting the show’s popularity.
Final Divorce Case Contrasts with Love Triumph, Highlighting Marriage’s Emotional and Legal Complexities
In the final episode, Seok-hoon and Hyo-min take on the unusual divorce case of Park Hyun-young and Go Min-chan. The couple’s marriage was based on a co-parenting contract rather than love or intimacy.
When Min-chan confesses his love and desires a traditional marriage, Hyun-young insists on maintaining their original arrangement. Despite Hyo-min’s courtroom arguments defending the validity of their contract, the court rules the marriage lacks essential conjugal elements and grants the divorce, emphasizing the importance of love in marriage.
Beyond the Bar (B.A. Entertainment)Meanwhile, Lee Jin-woo’s long-standing affection for Heo Min-jeong reaches a satisfying conclusion. Despite their age difference and her initial doubts, Min-jeong accepts Jin-woo’s marriage proposal. Their story offers a heartwarming contrast to the divorce case, showing that persistence and genuine care can lead to a happy ending.
Seok-hoon and Hyo-min’s Ambiguous Ending Highlights Compatibility Without Confirming Romantic Development
The relationship arc between Seok-hoon and Hyo-min closes on an intentionally ambiguous note. Matched through the AI app Heart Logic, they share an awkward but gradually comfortable date. Although the episode highlights their compatibility and shared values, it does not confirm any romantic development, reflecting their portrayal as supportive colleagues rather than a conventional romantic pair.
Beyond the Bar concludes with a thematic focus on love, relationships, and the complexities of marriage. While not all cases end successfully for the lawyers, the finale emphasizes the characters’ personal growth and understanding of human connection. The series balances emotional insight with courtroom drama, leaving some endings open to interpretation while providing closure for major storylines.
