Episode guide
Agency: Season 1
16 episodes · premiered Jan 7, 2023
An office drama depicting a woman who became the first female executive in her group to make her career beyond her first to the highest position. In the background of an advertising agency, it contains realistic stories of the daily lives of those who live a life like war and behind the scenes in the industry.
- Episode 1: A Swan Incessantly Kicks Its Legs Beneath the Surface Jan 7, 2023 · 1h 5m Determined to succeed amid rampant internal politics, Go Ah-in competes for a chance at a promotion. Meanwhile, Jung Jae-hun presents her with an offer.
- Episode 2: Think Strategically and Act Crazy Jan 8, 2023 · 1h 7m Kang Han-na returns to Korea after cluing in to the path that's laid for her. Ah-in discovers the harsh truth about her job — sending her into a spiral.
- Episode 3: When a Lion Begins the Hunt, the Jungle Trembles in Fear Jan 14, 2023 · 1h 4m Ah-in's strategic move riles up the staff at the agency. Later, she makes a controversial executive decision — and a risky bet.
- Episode 4: Shared Joy Becomes Jealousy, Shared Sorrow Becomes a Weakness Jan 15, 2023 · 1h 5m With her job on the line, Ah-in must scramble when a big client faces legal trouble. She later meets Han-na, who begins working at her company.
- Episode 5: A Candle Shines Brighter Than the Sun At Night Jan 21, 2023 · 1h 3m Cho Eun‑jeong approaches Ah-in after struggling to balance work and family life. As part of a strategic move, Ah-in offers Han-na an enticing proposal.
- Episode 6: Make Sure to Listen Even to a Fool Jan 22, 2023 · 1h 4m Han-na's first press opportunity doesn't go as planned. Eun‑jeong witnesses Ah-in in a vulnerable moment. Later, Ah-in takes on a challenging PR project.
- Episode 7: The Hungry Beast Will Get Fed Jan 28, 2023 · 1h 4m Poised to impress her father and prove him wrong, Han-na goes all in on the agency's PR pitch — pitting Ah-in and Choi Chang-su against each other.
- Episode 8: Well-Prepared Villains Are Quick to Act Jan 29, 2023 · 1h 1m Ah-in discovers the true intention behind the PR project. She and her team scramble to concoct the perfect messaging for their upcoming pitch.
- Episode 9: The Ones Who Make Miracles Feb 4, 2023 · 1h 4m Ah-in makes a defiant move and showcases her long-awaited presentation to Woowon Group. Han-na attempts to establish her authority at the agency.
- Episode 10: The Check Always Comes Feb 5, 2023 · 1h 5m Ah-in finds herself in a precarious situation as her personal demons begin to weigh her down. Han-na makes a sudden proposition to Park Yeong-woo.
- Episode 11: The Hour Between Dog and Wolf Feb 11, 2023 · 1h 3m Chang-su continues his attempts to stir up the company's internal politics — and raise his own stature. Ah-in receives a threat after her latest success.
- Episode 12: Forgetting What Was Lost Feb 12, 2023 · 1h 7m Han-na shares a tender moment with her father — who gives her some unexpected advice. Ah-in comes face-to-face with a figure from the past.
- Episode 13: Only Those You Trust Can Stab You in the Back Feb 18, 2023 · 1h 5m Kang Han-su approaches Yeong-woo with an offer. Ah-in lets her guard down and makes kind gestures to her team. Chang-su schemes to take down Ah-in.
- Episode 14: The War Only Ends for the Deceased Feb 19, 2023 · 1h 3m Chang-su escalates his attacks against Ah-in and Han-na — who later work together when a sudden dilemma arises. Ah-in makes an abrupt career move.
- Episode 15: What You Shouldn't Do, and What You Need to Do Feb 25, 2023 · 1h 6m An unexpected person steps in to advocate for Ah-in, angering Chang-su. Ah-in offers Han-na guidance on her next steps — no strings attached.
- Episode 16: You Must Row the Boat and Move Forward When There Is No Wind Feb 26, 2023 · 1h 13m A bombshell revelation puts an unwanted spotlight on Chang-su. Ah-in and Han-na set their final plan into motion to rise to the top of the company.