SBS Monday-Tuesday drama 'The Chaser' has broken the 20% mark in viewer ratings, making it one of the newest powerhouses of Korean dramas.

According to a report released on the 11th by AGB Nielson Media Research, the episode of 'The Chaser' that aired on the 10th recorded a whopping 20.7% viewer rating, marking an increase of 2.8% from the previous mark of 17.9% set the day before.

With the conclusion of its time slot rival MBC Monday-Tuesday drama 'Lights and Shadows', 'The Chaser' moved on to sit alone atop the viewer rating rankings for its time slot.

Featuring the electrifying acting of Son Hyun Joo and filled with plot twists and tense moments, 'The Chaser' is gripping viewers and dominating television screens.

Fellow time slot drama 'Big' of KBS 2TV recorded a 8.9% viewer rating, while MBC's 'Golden Time' managed a 7.8% rating.