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1
World Meet Running Man
Guest Starring: Hwang Jung Eum, Lee Hyo Ri
Times Square, Seoul
Broadcast Date 7/11/2010
Filming Date 6/25/2010
Rating ****
Comments
World meets RM. World sends fruit basket and heart felt thank you note to RM PDs.
2
Stadium Challenge 1
Guest Starring: Goo Ha-Ra, Lee Chun-Hee, Song Ji Hyo
Suwon World Cup Stadium
Broadcast Date 7/18/2010
Filming Date 7/5/2010
Rating ***
Comments
A taste for the larger than life locations that RM is known for.
3
Stadium Challenge 2
Guest Starring: Goo Ha-Ra, Lee Chun-Hee, Song Ji Hyo
Suwon World Cup Stadium
Broadcast Date 7/25/2010
Filming Date 7/5/2010
Rating ***
Comments
The diving portions are not to be missed. This was the first challenge that had me thinking- wow, are they really going to do that?!
4
Science Museum 1
Guest Starring: Jessica, Nichkhun, Song Ji Hyo
Gwacheon National Science Museum
Broadcast Date 8/1/2010
Filming Date 7/18/2010
Rating **
Comments
Mediocre. The earlier episodes of RM can be hit and miss- the cast has not yet found their chemistry and the games can be spastic in the entertainment department.
5
Science Museum 2
Guest Starring: Jessica, Nichkhun, Song Ji Hyo
Gwacheon National Science Museum
Broadcast Date 8/8/2010
Filming Date 7/18/2010
Rating **
Comments
See episode 4.
6
Adult Vs. Child Team
Guest Starring: Kim Shin Young, Se7en, Song Dam Bi
N Seoul Tower
Broadcast Date 8/15/2010
Filming Date 8/2/2010
Rating **
Comments
Watch this for great Yooruce Willis moments. Oh, and for Se7en.
7
Theater Antics
Guest Starring: Ham Eun-Heong, Jo Kwon, Jung Yong Hwa
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
Broadcast Date 8/22/2010
Filming Date 8/9/2010
Rating ***
Comments
Jo Kwon and Gary’s dances are not to be missed.Yong Hwa first appears on this episode (currently the most recurring guest in RM history).
8
History Special- Plus Old Clips Of The Cast
Guest Starring: Lee Joon, Park Jun Gyu, Victoria
Seoul Museum of History,
Gyeonghui Palace
Broadcast Date 8/29/2010
Filming Date 8/16/2010
Rating ****
Monday Couple Moments: Gary reveals his crush
Comments
Must see. The cast is forced to watch clips from their early years in the entertainment industry. By far Yoo Jae Suk’s is the funniest…and most disturbing. Also the episode where we learn that Gary feels no pain (unless Ji Hyo rejects him that is).
9
Amusement Park Madness
Guest Starring: Lee Hong Ki, Kim Soo Ro, Shin Bong Sun
Lotte World
Broadcast Date 9/5/2010
Filming Date 8/22/2010
Rating ***
Comments
Shin Bong Sun and all of her obsession with KJK steals this episode for me. Remember KJK- She would even buy you a gym! The roller coaster karaoke game is so funny I watched it twice. And then I had nightmares it happened to me (shudders).
10
Art Is Fun!
Guest Starring: Cha Tae Hyun, Yoon Se Ah
National Museum of Contemporary Art
Broadcast Date 9/12/2010
Filming Date 8/30/2010
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Gary offers to take Ji Hyo’s punishment- first couple time.
Comments
Not the best episode ever created but any time an art museum is involved I think variety shows an get a little dicey.
11
Post Office Madness
Guest Starring: Jung Yong Hwa, Kim Je Dong
Seoul Central Post Office
Broadcast Date 9/19/2010
Filming Date 9/6/2010
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: JI Hyo inks Gary’s face
Comments
Packing box jenga. Nuff said.
12
Seoul Design Fair- Happy Birthday Joong Ki
Guest Starring: No Guests
Seoul Design Fair
Broadcast Date 9/26/2010
Filming Date 9/19/2010
Rating **
Monday Couple Moments: Gary goes easy on Ji Hyo
Comments
Joong Ki’s birthday could not save this episode. It was pretty ho hum.
13
SBS Is Better To Run In
Guest Starring: Jang Dong Min, Lizzy
SBS Broadcasting Center
Broadcast Date 10/3/2010
Filming Date 9/20/2010
Rating ***
Comments
Funny and well thought out run through SBS.
14
Fun At The Safety Experience Center
Guest Starring: Lizzy
Boramae Safety Experience Center
Broadcast Date 10/17/2010
Filming Date 9/27/2010
Rating ****
Monday Couple Moments: First use of term Monday Couple
Comments
This is one of my favorite episodes. Not because it was terribly clever or different but because it embodies the early days of Running Man perfectly. The cast was finding their chemistry/characters and episode 14 gets both of these elements righ
15
Subway Sweetness
Guest Starring: Kim Kwang Kyu, Tony Ahn
Seoul Metro Subway Yard
Broadcast Date 10/24/2010
Filming Date 10/4/2010
Rating ****
Monday Couple Moments: Gary is able to raise Ji Hyo’s heartbeat
Comments
I liked this but I felt sorry for Song Ji Hyo in the x vs. x game. Awkward. Really awkward.
16
Let’s Go Shopping- But Watch What You Eat
Guest Starring: Yuri
Park Mall
Broadcast Date 10/31/2010
Filming Date 10/11/2010
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Ji Hyo acknowledges Gary as Monday Boyfriend
Comments
Yuri bursts into tears after the x vs. x game. Ouch!
17
University Special
Guest Starring: Jong Yong Hwa
Hanyang Women’s University
Broadcast Date 11/7/2010
Filming Date 10/25/2010
Rating **
Comments
So so. Hide and seek game was exciting, other challenges fell flat.
18
Love Boat
Guest Starring: No Guests
Busan International Cruise Ship
Broadcast Date 11/21/2010
Filming Date 11/13/2010
Rating *****
Monday Couple Moments: Gary and Ji Hyo reenact Titanic
Comments
KJK dressed as a pirate, Monday couple titanic reenactment, the first use of Sumdwa, and the birth of Yoo Hyuk Dance Club President this episode is an all around RM treasure.
19
Kim Jong Kook (and Ha-ha?) Vs. The World
Guest Starring: Nichkhun
Namsangol Hanok Village
Broadcast Date 11/28/2010
Filming Date 11/8/2010
Rating **
Comments
Ha-ha vs. everyone else in a quiz challenge is funny (and perfectly showcases Haroro’s child like tendencies). Final hide and seek was a let down.
20
Fun With Weather
Guest Starring: Kim Heechul
Korea Meteorological Administration
Broadcast Date 12/5/2010
Filming Date 11/22/2010
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Ji Hyo admits Gary is good looking
Comments
This episode was all over the place, sometimes in a good way and other times in a bad way. The lie detector bits were hilarious (given the casts knowledge of eachothers past).
21
Train Challenge
Guest Starring: Kim Je Dong
Gwangmyeong Station
Broadcast Date 12/12/2010
Filming Date 11/29/2010
Rating ***
Comments
A multi location episode, the suspense is evident as the cast partakes in their first run all over the place mission.
22
Christmas Special
Guest Starring: Choi Si Won, Kim Min Jong
Lotte Mart
Broadcast Date 12/19/2010
Filming Date 12/6/2010
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Monday couple Christmas shopping
Comments
Shopping challenge was fun and light hearted.
23
Ski Vacation Special
Guest Starring: Shim Hyung Rae
Alpensia Ski Resort
Broadcast Date 12/26/2010
Filming Date 12/13/2010
Rating **
Comments
Gags are the name of this game. Unfortunately this game gets boring fast.
24
Apartment Challenge
Guest Starring: Lee Kyung Shil, Song Eun Ee
Xi Wi City
Broadcast Date 1/2/2011
Filming Date 12/20/2010
Rating **
Comments
Episode 24 followed its predecessor in the mediocre department. Disappointing.
25
Manhwa Special
Guest Starring: Park Bo Young
Museum Comics Information Center
Broadcast Date 1/9/2011
Filming Date 12/27/2010
Rating ****
Comments
Loved the costumes. Bo Young proved that she has variety skills (enough that should they ever add a second female cast member she has my vote).
26
Shopping Mall Foreign Music Special
Guest Starring: Jung Jin Young, Lee Moon Sik
Nakwon Instruments Shopping Center
Broadcast Date 1/16/2011
Filming Date 1/3/2011
Rating ***
Comments
The final debate challenge was annoying. The find the guest mission (the first on RM) was entertaining largely due to the cast’s reaction and the new concept.
27
Seoul Arts Center- Tvxq
Guest Starring: Max, Chang-Min, U Know
Seoul Arts Center
Broadcast Date 1/23/2011
Filming Date 1/10/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Games are laugh out loud, second find the guest mission does not disappoint.
28
Nature At The Ansung Natural Resort
Guest Starring: Kim Byung Man
Ansung Natural Resort
Broadcast Date 1/30/2011
Filming Date 1/17/2011
Rating ****
Monday Couple Moments: Gary and Ji Hyo meal time PDA- Ji Hyo Dance Special
Comments
Best Running Man Dance number. Ever.
29
New Years Special
Guest Starring: No Guests
COEX Aquarium
Broadcast Date 2/6/2011
Filming Date 1/24/2011
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Gary fills out his profile- goal is to become Ji Hyo’s boyfriend
Comments
This episode wastes a lot of time with pointless challenges. Despite that fact the last one chance mission did showcase the cast’s amazing teamwork, and variety skills.
30
Korean Traditional Arts Special
Guest Starring: Seung Ri
The National Center for Korean
Traditional Performing Arts
Broadcast Date 2/13/2011
Filming Date 1/31/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Sorry- still looking at the above pic and laughing.
31
Water Park Extravaganza
Guest Starring: Hyun Young
Alpensia Ocean 700 Water Park
Broadcast Date 2/20/2011
Filming Date 2/9/2011
Rating ****
Comments
Maknae FD, a water park, and water karaoke. Throw in a cowardly Ha-Ha and a one chance mission from hell and you have RM gold.
32
Office Olympics
Guest Starring: Kim Kwang Kyu, Tony Ahn
Woongjin Think Big Office
Broadcast Date 2/27/2011
Filming Date 2/14/2011
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Valentines day date
Comments
So so. If not for the Monday couple moments I would have given it two stars.
33
Vacation Olympics
Guest Starring: Oh Ji Ho
Incheon International Airport
Broadcast Date 3/6/2011
Filming Date 2/21/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Chase was well executed, the episode was hilarious.
34
I Miss You Friend
Guest Starring: Park Jun Gyu, Uee
Hongdae Area
Broadcast Date 3/13/2011
Filming Date 2/28/2011
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Hongdae Date
Comments
Best 1 vs. x ever. I felt bad for Uee but was too busy laughing at the ridiculous cast of “friends” that my empathy was fleeting.
35
Camping Special Part 1
Guest Starring: Dae Sung, Jung Yong Hwa
Nanji Camp
Broadcast Date 3/20/2011
Filming Date 3/7/2011
Rating **
Comments
I enjoyed the premise but this episode was too long in the execution.
36
Camping Special Part 2
Guest Starring: Dae Sung, Jung Yong Hwa
Nanji Camp
Broadcast Date 3/27/2011
Filming Date 3/14/2011
Rating ****
Comments
I liked this episode better than the first portion of the camping special. Also, I now know the ultimate flavoring for any dish. Thanks Running Man!
37
Park Ye Jin Special- Who Is The Better Salesman?
Guest Starring: Park Ye Jin
Metapolis
Broadcast Date 4/3/2011
Filming Date 3/21/2011
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Parody of Secret Garden
Comments
The fan signing event was hilarious. Park Ye Jin proved she has variety skills.
38
Physical Examination Challenge
Guest Starring: No Guests
Seoul Medical Center
Broadcast Date 4/10/2011
Filming Date 3/28/2011
Rating *
Comments
The episode where Jae Suk honed his water gun mastery skills (and had his pants pulled down in RMs infamous scandal). This was the only episode where I thought the cast went a little too far…the insults were, I hate to say it, insulting and not always in a funny way. Besides the last bully like challenge the episode was fun. Unfortunately there is the large black hole at the end that keeps me hoping that we never enter that territory again – just my opinion. While I do not blame the cast I think this challenge was a little too mean for variety. Lesson learned.
39
Late Night Snacks
Guest Starring: Sunny, Yoona
Seoul Folk Flea Market
Broadcast Date 4/17/2011
Filming Date 4/4/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Paranoia is the word of the day as the RM cast reels from last episodes introduction of the spy concept. Funny first mission as the cast is chased by SNSD, all while suspecting each other. Running Man PDs, pat yourselves on the back.
40
France And An Orchestra Special
Guest Starring: Nichkhun, Taecyeon
Petite France
Broadcast Date 4/24/2011
Filming Date 4/11/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Jail never looked so fun. And French songs never sounded so bad. All around a good episode, the cast and their hi-jinks make it.
41
Ransacking Ha-Ha’s Apartment & Song Joong Ki Bids Farewell
Guest Starring: Lee Sun Gyun, Park Joong Hoon
National Digital Library of Korea
Broadcast Date 5/1/2011
Filming Date 4/18/2011
Rating ****
Comments
A look inside Ha-Ha’s apartment, if it was being raided by repo men. Haha’s disbelief, annoyance, and dramatic outbursts make this episode. This is the last episode where Joong Ki is a cast member. His farewell, full of heartfelt words, is a tearjerker. Prepare the kleenex before you watch this episode.
42
Running Man Championships Part 1
Guest Starring: No Guests
SBS Production Center
Broadcast Date 5/8/2011
Filming Date 4/25/2011
Rating *****
Monday Couple Moments: Gary saves Ji Hyo from Kookie
Comments
The first episode that attempted to answer “Who is the greatest Running Man of them all?”. The answer will surprise you. Very funny episode.
43
Epic Road Race
Guest Starring: Iu, Shin Bong Sun
Daegu Stadium
Broadcast Date 5/15/2011
Filming Date 5/2/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Rest stop soda challenge is a riot.
44
Office Get Together Challenge
Guest Starring: Jang Hyuk
Cheil Worldwide Building
Broadcast Date 5/22/2011
Filming Date 5/9/2011
Rating **
Comments
Who can throw the best employee get together? The cast goes all out with this challenge, trying to attract as many employees to their individual get together location. Love the energy of this episode.
45
Office Carpool Race
Guest Starring: Jang Hyuk
Cheil Worldwide Building
Broadcast Date 5/29/2011
Filming Date 5/10/2011
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Gary and Ji Hyo have a fashion model face off
Comments
Funny race to pick each cast member up and get to work. Great chemistry, funny challenge.
46
Employee Vote- Who Is The Running Man That Will Win?
Guest Starring: Kim Hyun Joong
Kyobo Book Center
Broadcast Date 6/5/2011
Filming Date 5/23/2011
Rating **
Comments
The employees of the book center are asked to vote for the cast member they think will win. Hilarity ensues as the RM see their ballot boxes and reflect on the voter confidence.
47
Go To Work / Office Survival
Guest Starring: Kim Hyun Joong
Kyobo Book Center
Broadcast Date 6/12/2011
Filming Date 5/24/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Suspenseful, well executed.
48
Royal Treasure Race
Guest Starring: No Guests
National Museum of Korea
Broadcast Date 6/19/2011
Filming Date 6/6/2011
Rating ****
Monday Couple Moments: Kang Gary with all of his antics have nothing on a blind folded Ji Hyo
Comments
I love the first three challenges, the cast knows something is not right and their uneasiness is hilarious.
49
Queen Bee Race
Guest Starring: Noh Sa Yeon, Goo Ha Ra
Dream Forest, Seoul
Broadcast Date 6/26/2011
Filming Date 6/7/2011
Rating ****
Comments
Poor Gary. Poor Jae Suk.
50
Bangkok, Thailand Special Part 1
Guest Starring: Kim Min Jung, Nichkhun
Bangkok, Thailand
Broadcast Date 7/3/2011
Filming Date 6/19/2011
Rating *****
Comments
RM goes international with a trip to Bangkok. The fans reactions are not to be missed. Love this episode.
51
Bangkok, Thailand Special Part 2
Guest Starring: Kim Min Jung, Nichkhun
Pattaya, Thailand
Broadcast Date 7/10/2011
Filming Date 6/20/2011
Rating ****
Comments
The Thailand fun continues.
52
Locate The Golden Crowns
Guest Starring: Choi In Soo, Yoon So Yi
Gyeongju World
Broadcast Date 7/17/2011
Filming Date 7/4/2011
Rating ****
Monday Couple Moments: Gary and Ji Hyo spend a lot of time together
Comments
The first time I glimpsed the scariest man in the world, Choi in Soo.
53
Water Park Fun
Guest Starring: Choi In Soo, Yoon So Yi
Blue One Resort
Broadcast Date 7/24/2011
Filming Date 7/5/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Choi In Soo at a water park. How cute! Never mind, he is still scary.
54
Protect The Boss Special
Guest Starring: Choi Kang Hee, Ji Sung
63 Building, Seoul
Broadcast Date 7/31/2011
Filming Date 7/18/2011
Rating **
Monday Couple Moments: Ji Hyo puts sun screen on Gary
Comments
Ho hum. Fun guests, fun interactions but nothing spectacularly clever.
55
Two Is Better Than One- Partners Race
Guest Starring: Ji Yeon, Luna, Sulli, Suzy
Wootdali Culture Village,
Gyeonggi Do
Broadcast Date 8/7/2011
Filming Date 8/1/2011
Rating **
Monday Couple Moments: Ji Hyo and Gary form a team for the first missions
Comments
Couples race with idols. The boys could not be happier (even Gary, he gets partnered with Ji Hyo).
56
Don’t Drink The Flower Tea- Partners Race Part 2
Guest Starring: Ahn Mun Sook, Kim Sook, Shin Bong Sun, Jung Ah
Wootdali Culture Village,
Gyeonggi Do
Broadcast Date 8/14/2011
Filming Date 8/2/2011
Rating *****
Monday Couple Moments: Gary and Ji Hyo are a team
Comments
One of my all time favorites. Beyond clever, freaking hilarious.
57
Jeju Island Race Part 1
Guest Starring: Chae Tae Hyun, Shin Se Kyung
Jeju Island
Broadcast Date 8/21/2011
Filming Date 8/15/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Who is the most frugal running man of them all? The challenges are fun, the interactions are classic.
58
Jeju Island Race Part 2
Guest Starring: Chae Tae Hyun, Shin Se Kyung
Jeju Island
Broadcast Date 8/28/2011
Filming Date 8/16/2011
Rating **
Comments
The wake up mission is hilarious.
59
Hip-Hop Special
Guest Starring: Choiza, Gaeko, Simon Dominic, Tiger Jk, Yoon Mi Rae
Old Seoul Station
Broadcast Date 9/4/2011
Filming Date 8/22/2011
Rating ****
Monday Couple Moments: Ji Hyo betrays Gary
Comments
One of my top ten. A good mixture of great guests and spies.
60
Fool Gary
Guest Starring: No Guests
D-Cube City
Broadcast Date 9/11/2011
Filming Date 8/29/2011
Rating *****
Comments
A huge game of 1 vs. x. I still wonder what Gary’s reaction was…
61
Beijing Race Part 1
Guest Starring: Kang Ji Young, Kim Ju Hyuk, Lee Yeon Hee
Beijing, China
Broadcast Date 9/18/2011
Filming Date 9/4/2011
Rating ****
Comments
The airport arrival scene is a funny contrast to what waited for the cast in Thailand. Well thought out games that take place at legendary locations around Beijing.
62
Beijing Race Part 2
Guest Starring: Kang Ji Young, Kim Ju Hyuk, Lee Yeon Hee
Beijing, China
Broadcast Date 9/25/2011
Filming Date 9/5/2011
Rating ****
Comments
This episode further confirmed that Ji Hyo is one of the best players on RM. Not to be missed.
63
Snsd Special Part 1
Guest Starring: Hyoyeon, Jessica, Seohyun, Yoon, Yuri, Taeyeon
Goyang
Broadcast Date 10/2/2011
Filming Date 9/19/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Running Man- Ji Hyo (she was ill) + SNSD= Great episode. I am not hating on Ji Hyo but her absence threw the male cast into their most shameless lecher behavior to date.
64
Snsd Special Part 2
Guest Starring: Hyoyeon, Jessica, Seohyun, Yoon, Yuri, Taeyeon
Paju English Village
Broadcast Date 10/9/2011
Filming Date 9/20/2011
Rating ***
Comments
The fun with SNSD continues.
65
Dice Race
Guest Starring: Kim Ju Hyuk, Kim Sun Ah
Baekje Military Museum
Broadcast Date 10/23/2011
Filming Date 10/3/2011
Rating **
Monday Couple Moments: Gary and Ji Hyo are a team
Comments
Ho hum.
66
Tour Of The Nation
Guest Starring: Kim Sun Ah, Song Joong Ki
Hangang Park
Broadcast Date 10/30/2011
Filming Date 10/4/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Joong Ki returns. The challenges are funny and clever. I love the final challenge- any time I can see KJK dressed up as a theme park animal is a good time indeed.
67
Coins And Water Guns
Guest Starring: Kim Soo Ro, Park Ye Jin
Gungpeyong Village
Broadcast Date 11/6/2011
Filming Date 10/17/2011
Rating *
Comments
Not that good, really.
68
Spies Are Better In Pairs
Guest Starring: Kim Soo Ro, Park Ye Jin
Canal Walk, Incheon
Broadcast Date 11/13/2011
Filming Date 10/18/2011
Rating **
Comments
So so. Spies are a little lacking.
69
Grasshopper Hunting
Guest Starring: Choi Min Soo
Incheon Culture and Arts Center
Broadcast Date 11/20/2011
Filming Date 10/31/2011
Rating *****
Monday Couple Moments: Monday Couple IM eachother
Comments
There is something seriously wrong with this man. He is terrifying.
70
Telephone Race- Stupid Ring Tone!
Guest Starring: Lee Min Ki, Park Chul Min, Son Ye Jin
KT Building
Broadcast Date 11/27/2011
Filming Date 11/14/2011
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Gary and Ji Hyo are a team
Comments
Bungee jumping challenge made me scream and hide my eyes.
71
Queen Race
Guest Starring: Jo Hyu Ryun, Oh Yeon Su
Gyeonghui Palace, Seoul
Broadcast Date 12/4/2011
Filming Date 11/15/2011
Rating **
Comments
Some premises get old. The queen / princess race is one of those premises I am tired of.
72
Hong Kong In 24 Hours Part 1
Guest Starring: Jung Yong Hwa, Lee Min Jung
Hong Kong, China
Broadcast Date 12/11/2011
Filming Date 11/28/2011
Rating ****
Comments
Jackie Chan, what is all over your face?
73
Hong Kong In 24 Hours Part 2
Guest Starring: Jung Yong Hwa, Lee Min Jung
Hong Kong, China
Broadcast Date 12/18/2011
Filming Date 11/29/2011
Rating ***
Comments
Ji Hyo once again proves why they call her Ace.
74
Who Is The Best Running Man Of Them All- Super Powers Special
Guest Starring: No Guests
KINTEX, Gyeonggi-do
Broadcast Date 12/25/2011
Filming Date 12/12/2011
Rating ****
Monday Couple Moments: Gary uses his superpowers to protect Ji Hyo
Comments
The second time the Running Man cast has faced off in an epic battle royal. This episode introduces the super powers concept to hilarious effect. Love it.
75
Mathematics Challenge
Guest Starring: Choi Si Won, Hyorin, Minho, Sohee, Sulli
Paris Park, Seoul
Broadcast Date 1/1/2012
Filming Date 12/13/2011
Rating **
Comments
When simple math saves the day.
76
The Killers
Guest Starring: Joo Sang Wook, Lee Chun Hee, Kim Sung Soo, Ji Jin Hee
Yeosu City Hall
Broadcast Date 1/8/2012
Filming Date 12/26/2011
Rating **
Comments
The guests have their own fun chemistry. Funny and suspenseful.
77
Bingo Challenge
Guest Starring: IU, Ji Jin Hee, Joo Sang Wook, Lee Chun Hee
Hahwa Island
Broadcast Date 1/15/2012
Filming Date 12/27/2011
Rating *
Comments
Bingo is too convoluted.
78
Unify The Kingdom Race
Guest Starring: Hoo Soo Hyun, Lee Beom Soo
Lotte Mall
Broadcast Date 1/22/2012
Filming Date 1/9/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Funny challenges, good cast interaction.
79
Sherlock Holmes- The Weirdest RM Episode In History
Guest Starring: Kim Je Dong, Yoon Do Hyun
Club Harmony Cruise Ship, Busan
Broadcast Date 1/29/2012
Filming Date 1/10/2012
Rating *****
Monday Couple Moments: Gary and Ji Hyo join forces to solve the mystery
Comments
Best editing to date. Bizarre guests, stranger over all premise. After watching this episode I wondered if the images I had just watched are the same type of thing that happens when you take a hallucinogen. Epically odd, hilarious, one of my all time favorites.
80
Charlie’s Angel’s Edition
Guest Starring: Go Ah Ra, Hyo Min, Im Soo Hyang
Paradise Spa Dogo
Broadcast Date 2/5/2012
Filming Date 1/16/2012
Rating **
Comments
This episode was way too spastic.
81
Only Gary Knows About Europe
Guest Starring: No Guests
Songdo Convensia, Incheon
Broadcast Date 2/12/2012
Filming Date 1/30/2012
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Ji Hyo protects Gary from the others so he can sleep
Comments
Did you really think Gary would win a relaxing trip? Ha. The PDs put Gary to work, dragging him from country to country in order to create the premise for the LOLOL’s revenge. Love it. Funny.
82
Spy Challenge
Guest Starring: Lee Da Hae, Oh Ji Ho
Shinsegae Department Story, Busan
Broadcast Date 2/19/2012
Filming Date 2/6/2012
Rating **
Monday Couple Moments: The “official” end of Monday Couple- Ji Hyo’s real life relationship is revealed
Comments
Monday couple ends *sniff sniff*.
83
Spy Challenge
Guest Starring: Lee Da Hae, Oh Ji Ho
Nurimaru APEC House, Busan
Broadcast Date 2/26/2012
Filming Date 2/7/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Good cast interaction. Great gift ideas.
84
Big Bang Special Part 1
Guest Starring: Dae Sung, G-Dragon, Seung Ri, Tae Yang, T.O.P.
Seodaemun Museum of Natural History
Broadcast Date 3/4/2012
Filming Date 2/20/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Big Bang (one of the most popular idol groups) makes an epic appearance.
85
Big Bang Special Part 2
Guest Starring: Dae Sung, G-Dragon, Seung Ri, Tae Yang, T.O.P.
Cheil Industries Office, Seoul
Broadcast Date 3/11/2012
Filming Date 2/20/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Fun with Big Bang continues.
86
Running Man Championships
Guest Starring: Gaeko, Ha Ji Won
SBS Broadcasting Center
Broadcast Date 3/18/2012
Filming Date 2/21/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Running Man sports challenge. Not the best episode ever but still entertaining. Plus Ha Ji Won owned it.
87
First Love Race
Guest Starring: Ha Ga In
Korea Job World
Broadcast Date 3/25/2012
Filming Date 3/12/2012
Rating ***
Comments
The flash back scenes are hilarious. Clever concept. Gary and Ha-ha realizing they may be each others first love still has me laughing.
88
Crack The Running Man Code
Guest Starring: Boa, Jung Jae Hyung
The Shilla Jeju
Broadcast Date 4/1/2012
Filming Date 3/5/2012
Rating **
Comments
Loved the Da Vinci museum (Jae Suk- I’m an artist). Clever premise.
89
Alice Has Nothing On RM- Wonderland Special
Guest Starring: Boa, Jung Jae Hyung
Illchul Land, Jeju
Broadcast Date 4/8/2012
Filming Date 3/6/2012
Rating ****
Comments
Second strangest episode (after the Sherlock Holmes challenge). Julian Kang makes a guest appearance, Maknae FD is the white rabbit. The world truly is insane. Great episode.
90
Fishing Challenge
Guest Starring: Lee Deok Hwa, Park Sang Myun, Park Jun Gyu
Cheorwon-gun
Broadcast Date 4/15/2012
Filming Date 4/2/2012
Rating ****
Comments
The opening is priceless. I can imagine the PDs and writers giggling to themselves as the cast looked eagerly towards the flower framed doorway, certain that an idol would make an appearance. Loved all of the chairman hair jokes, also loved the same aged friends.
91
Prison Break
Guest Starring: No Guests
SUNY Korea, Incheon
Broadcast Date 4/22/2012
Filming Date 4/9/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Return of Yoomes Bond.
92
Jjajangmyeon Race
Guest Starring: Chun Jung Myung, Park Jin Young
Somuui Island
Broadcast Date 4/29/2012
Filming Date 4/16/2012
Rating **
Comments
Entertaining. Not the greatest premise but still fun.
93
Running Man- Survivor Style
Guest Starring: Han Seung Yeon, Hyuna, Park Gyu Ri, Krystal, Suzy
Seoul Land
Broadcast Date 5/6/2012
Filming Date 4/23/2012
Rating **
Comments
At least they were not trapped on an island. Wait…that might be awesome.
94
Wedding Race
Guest Starring: Han Seung Yeon, Hyuna, Park Gyu Ri, Krystal, Suzy
Mokdong Wedding Palace
Broadcast Date 5/13/2012
Filming Date 4/24/2012
Rating ***
Comments
The cast was uber competitive during this episode. Fun, good not great.
95
Mission Impossible Special
Guest Starring: G.O., Lee Joon, Seung Ho, Thunder, Bora, Dasom, Hyorin, Soyu
Pantech Building, Seoul
Broadcast Date 5/20/2012
Filming Date 5/7/2012
Rating ****
Comments
I cannot get enough of the opening of this episode. The places we find the cast working (as “covers” for their spy identities) are clever and had me laughing long into the first challenge.
96
Superpower Soccer
Guest Starring: Park Ji Sung, Iu, Jong Tae Se
University of Incheon
Broadcast Date 5/27/2012
Filming Date 5/20/2012
Rating *****
Comments
The super power concept returns, this time featuring Park Ji Sung (who displays a natural ability for comedic timing). Awesomeness ensues.
97
Race To Star In The Asian Dream Cup
Guest Starring: Park Ji Sung, Iu, Jong Tae Se
POSCO Global R / D Centre
& SCG Stadium, Thailand
Broadcast Date 6/3/2012
Filming Date 5/21/2012
Rating ****
Comments
Everyone wants to be Park Ji Sung’s new best friend and win a spot on the field during the Asian Dream Cup. The desire of the cast create hilariously competitive situations.
98
Zombie Race
Guest Starring: No Guests
Tesco Home Plus Academy, Incheon
Broadcast Date 6/10/2012
Filming Date 6/4/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Clever, great cast chemistry.
99
Conquer The Land Challenge
Guest Starring: Im Ho, Lee Tae Gon
XI Gallery
Broadcast Date 6/17/2012
Filming Date 5/8/2012
Rating *
Comments
Kings and spies. My head hurts.
100
If The Gods Were Running Man Challenge
Guest Starring: Kim Hee Sun
Mecenatpolis, Seoul
Broadcast Date 6/24/2012
Filming Date 6/18/2012
Rating *****
Comments
Fans are pretty divided over this episode, some look at this concept as a let down (considering this is the 100th episode) while others love it. I belong to the later category. KJK as a human facing gods is fitting, and the methods that are available to eliminate the deities are well thought out.
101
C.S.I. Special
Guest Starring: Yoon Jong Shin, Yoon Do Hyun, Kim Bum Soo
Korea Institute of Science and Technology
Broadcast Date 7/1/2012
Filming Date 6/19/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Love the concept. Hate the fact it felt like it was scripted.
102
Running Man Vs. The Ultimate Thief
Guest Starring: Kim Soo Hyun
SBS Tanhyeon-dong Production Center
Broadcast Date 7/8/2012
Filming Date 6/25/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Spies. Running Man. Golden Turtles. You decide.
103
Princess Race
Guest Starring: No Sa Yeon, Yoo Jun Sang, Shin Se Kyung
S Oil Building, Seoul
Broadcast Date 7/15/2012
Filming Date 7/2/2012
Rating **
Comments
Again with the princess/ queen race? Tell me this is the last time?!
104
Running Man / Idol Olympics
Guest Starring: Eunhyuk, Ham Eun Jeong, Jung Yong Hwa, Nichkhun, Lee Joon, Si Wan, Yoon Doo Joon
Hanseong Bakeje Museum
Broadcast Date 7/22/2012
Filming Date 7/9/2012
Rating ****
Comments
Running Man celebrates the Olympics by going up against a team of young idol stars. Great chemistry among the cast as they face off against younger and stronger competition.
105
Vacation Spending Money Race
Guest Starring: Han Ji Min, Kim Je Dong
Aqua Planet Jeju
Broadcast Date 8/5/2012
Filming Date 7/22/2012
Rating **
Comments
So So.
106
The Vacation Continues
Guest Starring: Han Ji Min, Kim Je Dong
Daum Comm. Office, Jeju
Broadcast Date 8/12/2012
Filming Date 7/23/2012
Rating **
Comments
So So part 2.
107
The Chaser Special
Guest Starring: Gaeko, Jang Shin Young, Kim Sang Joong
Yonsei University International
Campus, Incheon
Broadcast Date 8/19/2012
Filming Date 8/13/2012
Rating **
Comments
Heavy plotting. Still fun. The beginning is hilarious if you have watched the drama.
108
Rom-Com Challenge
Guest Starring: Gong Hyo Jin, Lee Joon
NS Home Shopping Building
Broadcast Date 8/26/2012
Filming Date 8/14/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Maknae FD plays siblings! Take that Hong Sisters. I know you are jealous.
109
A Challenge For Every Season
Guest Starring: Park Tae Hwan, Son Yeon Jae
Herb Island
Broadcast Date 9/2/2012
Filming Date 8/27/2012
Rating ***
Comments
There is a lot going on here, the entertainment value is high.
110
Filming During A Hurricane
Guest Starring: Park Tae Hwan, Son Yeon Jae
Daejin University
Broadcast Date 9/9/2012
Filming Date 8/28/2012
Rating **
Comments
When a hurricane throws a wrench in the RM PDs plans we still end up with a funny episode of spur of the moment games. And that is why I love RM.
111
Busan Step Race
Guest Starring: Im Ha Ryong, Lee Jong Won, Shin Jung Gun, Son Byung Ho, Taeyeon, Go Chang Suk
National Maritime Museum, Busan
Broadcast Date 9/16/2012
Filming Date 9/3/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Fun episode, great guests.
112
Busan Village‘s Are Scenic
Guest Starring: Im Ha Ryong, Lee Jong Won, Shin Jung Gun, Son Byung Ho, Taeyeon, Go Chang Suk
Moorim P&P Paper Mill, Ulsan
Broadcast Date 9/23/2012
Filming Date 9/4/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Fun episode, great guests part 2.
113
Ddakji Race
Guest Starring: Jeon Mi Seon, Yeom Jeong Ah, Yu Hae Jin
Samcheonggak
Broadcast Date 9/30/2012
Filming Date 9/17/2012
Rating ****
Comments
Best ending ever. The look on the PDs faces…priceless.
114
X-Man Meets Running Man
Guest Starring: Moon Geun Young
Culture Park, Incheon
Broadcast Date 10/7/2012
Filming Date 10/1/2012
Rating **
Monday Couple Moments: Gary proclaims he is Ji Hyo’s “X-man”
Comments
Fun melding of Running Man and the old variety show X- Man ( Ha-ha, KJK, and Jae Suk starred on the program).
115
Incheon Bells Race
Guest Starring: Moon Geun Young, Max Chang-Min, U-Know, Yun-Ho
Coast Guard Main Station, Incheon
Broadcast Date 10/14/2012
Filming Date 10/2/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Love the return to the bells hide and seek game that was featured in many early RM episodes.
116
Psychic Challenge
Guest Starring: Ji Jin Hee, Ji Sung, Song Chang Ui, Suzy, Yubin
Suncheon Open Set
Broadcast Date 10/21/2012
Filming Date 10/8/2012
Rating **
Comments
Very confusing premise. While the idea was interesting the execution was terrible.
117
Riddle Race
Guest Starring: Ji Jin Hee, Ji Sung, Song Chang Ui, Suzy, Yubin
Asian Culture Complex
Broadcast Date 10/28/2012
Filming Date 10/9/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Up to the last ten minutes I was scratching my head at a complete loss for the answer to the riddle. Watch this episode if you want to see just how clever the RM cast are.
118
Running Man Hunting
Guest Starring: Choi Min Soo
Jungnang Camp Ground
Broadcast Date 11/4/2012
Filming Date 10/22/2012
Rating ****
Comments
He is back again. Night terrors start here.
119
Superpowers Baseball
Guest Starring: Choo Shin Soo, Jin Se Yeon, Ryu Hyun Jin
Gongrung Youth Baseball Park, Seoul
Broadcast Date 11/11/2012
Filming Date 10/29/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Superpowers return! As usual, hilarious use of special powers.
120
007 Water Gun Special
Guest Starring: Lee Seung Gi, Park Shin Hye
Poeun Art Hall
Broadcast Date 11/18/2012
Filming Date 11/12/2012
Rating ***
Comments
Lee Seung Gi, how I love you.
121
007 Internal Spy Challenge
Guest Starring: Lee Seung Gi, Park Shin Hye
SBS Prism Tower
Broadcast Date 11/25/2012
Filming Date 11/13/2012
Rating **
Comments
Lee Seung Gi, how they should listen to you.
122
Kpop Legends / 80s&90s Race
Guest Starring: Goo Hara, Kang Susie, Kim Wan Sun, Park Nam Jung, Kim Tae Hyung, Jung Won Gwan, Lee Sang Won
Seoul
Broadcast Date 12/2/2012
Filming Date 11/19/2012
Rating ***
Monday Couple Moments: Gary is called Ji Hyo’s boyfriend during the introduction
Comments
Fun use of original kpop idols. Big nose hyung and Jae Suk were in their element. I also loved that KJK was on the idol team.
123
Kimchi Challenge
Guest Starring: Go Soo, Han Hyo Joo
Song Cham Bong Joseon Cultural Village
Broadcast Date 12/9/2012
Filming Date 11/26/2012
Rating ****
Monday Couple Moments: Gary logs out from Ji Hyo
Comments
Marriage has really changed Ha-ha. I am undecided if it is for the better.
124
King Of Running Man
Guest Starring: Go Soon, Han Hyo Joo
Jeonju University
Broadcast Date 12/16/2012
Filming Date 11/27/2012
Rating ****
Comments
Kwang Soo as a king- greatest thing ever.
125
Santa Clause Special
Guest Starring: Jung Hyung Don, Juvie Train, Ryu Dam, Shin Dong, Park Sang Myun
Konjiam Resort
Broadcast Date 12/23/2012
Filming Date 12/10/2012
Rating **
Comments
The first challenge was extremely spastic. The eating challenge was creative. Overall a so-so episode.
