A rising politician and his mute wife's tense marriage begins to unravel after a call from a kidnapper turns their lives upside down.
When the Phone Rings (Season 1)
Episode 1 0.0
Air date: 2024-11-22
Runtime: 66 min
Overview: 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.
Episode 2 0.0
Air date: 2024-11-23
Runtime: 69 min
Overview: 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.
Episode 3 0.0
Air date: 2024-11-29
Runtime: 68 min
Overview: 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.
Episode 4 0.0
Air date: 2024-11-30
Runtime: 70 min
Overview: After receiving the ominous call, Hee-joo abandons her clandestine plan. She then undergoes a tough interview with Sa-eon — sharing an intimate moment.
Episode 5 0.0
Air date: 2024-12-13
Runtime: 71 min
Overview: 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.
Episode 6 0.0
Air date: 2024-12-14
Runtime: 70 min
Overview: 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.
Episode 7 9.0
Air date: 2024-12-20
Runtime: 69 min
Overview: 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.
Episode 8 0.0
Air date: 2024-12-21
Runtime: 71 min
Overview: 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.
Episode 9 0.0
Air date: 2024-12-27
Runtime: 66 min
Overview: 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.
Episode 10 0.0
Air date: 2024-12-28
Runtime: 68 min
Overview: While attempting to rescue Hee-joo, Sa-eon discovers another surprising conspirator — whom he later tries to persuade to help locate the kidnapper.
Episode 11 0.0
Air date: 2025-01-03
Runtime: 64 min
Overview: 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.
Episode 12 0.0
Air date: 2025-01-04
Runtime: 67 min
Overview: Sa-eon abandons everything he's worked for, leaving Hee-joo completely alone. But after a clue arrives, she embarks on a journey to reunite with him.
Seasons
Episodes 12