Kim Nam Gil has officially made his comeback as Father Michael Kim Hae Il in SBS’s much-anticipated ‘The Fiery Priest 2’. The series, which premiered on November 8, opened with an impressive 11.9% viewership rating, reaffirming its status as a fan favorite.

The first season of ‘The Fiery Priest’ aired in 2019, becoming one of SBS’s most successful dramas, peaking at a staggering 22% in ratings. Its sequel promises to deliver the same blend of action, humor, and heartfelt moments, with Father Michael leading the beloved ‘Gu Avengers’ in their quest to uphold social justice.

While the strong opening suggests another hit for SBS, the drama faces fierce competition in the year-end weekend lineup. MBC’s ‘'When the Phone Rings' starring Yoo Yeon Seok and Chae Soo Bin, tvN’s ‘Love Your Enemy’ featuring Jung Yu Mi and Ju Ji Hoon, and JTBC’s ‘The Tale of Lady Ok’ with Im Ji Yeon and Choo Young Woo are all gearing up for their premieres.

Entertainment reporter Shin Min Seop from Sunday News’s YouTube channel, Star Channel: The Original, highlighted the intense competition in the weekend drama scene. As fans eagerly anticipate the unfolding story of Father Michael and his team, many wonder if ‘The Fiery Priest 2’ will replicate the magic of its predecessor and dominate the ratings once again.