Idol I Episode 11-12 Release Date
Idol I episode 11 will air on January 26, 2026, and episode 12 will air on January 27, 2026, in South Korea. These two episodes form the drama’s finale, wrapping up both the murder case and the messy tangle of feelings between Maeng Se-na and her favorite idol, Do Ra-ik.
The show has been following a steady twice-a-week schedule, so fans have had time to fall into a routine: early dinner, episode, then a bit of scrolling through theories and reactions before sleep.
With 11 and 12 being the last, there is a sense of “okay, this is it” floating around social media discussions, especially after the emotional cliffhangers in episodes 9 and 10. @SouthKorea0730 shared on X that IDOLI Episode 11 is pre-released, and it's "too sweet," urging viewers to find the evidence quickly.
Idol I Episode 11-12 Release Time
For Korean viewers, Idol I episodes 11 and 12 air at 10 PM KST on ENA, continuing the usual Monday–Tuesday late-evening slot. That time suits the tone of the show: it is not exactly light background viewing, more of a “sit down and actually pay attention” legal-idol thriller.
Internationally, Netflix follows the Korean broadcast, with new episodes typically appearing around 10 AM ET / 7 AM PT, which translates to about 3 PM in the UK and roughly 8:30 PM in India.
Viewers outside Korea have quietly adjusted to this staggered timing, sometimes dodging spoilers for a few hours until the episode drops in their own region.
How Many Episodes Are in Idol I?
Idol I has 12 episodes in total, with episodes 11 and 12 serving as the finale pair that closes out the story. That 12-episode count has become fairly standard for tightly written K-dramas, especially ones that try to blend romance, mystery, and legal drama without dragging subplots for months.
Knowing there are only 12 episodes also helps manage expectations: episode 11 is usually where secrets explode, and episode 12 is where viewers hope the writers stick the landing.
For Idol I, teasers hint at big reveals, emotional confrontations, and a final pass at justice for Woo-sung and closure for the Gold Boys.
Where to Watch Idol I?
In South Korea, Idol I airs on the cable network ENA, with simultaneous availability on local streaming platforms tied to the channel. That is the primary home for its first run, complete with promos, previews, and behind-the-scenes bits that local fans love to pick apart between episodes.
International viewers can watch Idol I on Netflix, where the drama is licensed and released in step with the Korean broadcast schedule.
In some regions, the series is also listed under the title “A-i-dol A-i,” but the setup is the same: new episodes drop twice a week, and the whole 12-episode run becomes an easy binge once the finale airs.
Disclaimer
Release dates, times, platforms, and episode counts for Idol I Episode 11–12 are based on currently available information and may change due to broadcaster or regional licensing decisions. Viewers should always double-check schedules and availability directly on official channel listings or streaming platforms for the most accurate, up-to-date details.
