S1·E123 Kimchi Wars

Episode recap

Running Man S01E123, titled “Kimchi Wars,” is presented as a two‑part special that places the regular cast in a kimchi‑making competition. The episode follows the series’ established format in which the members are tasked with a series of games and missions, this time centered on the traditional Korean dish. Guest appearances are confirmed for actor Go Soo and actress Han Hyo‑joo, with the latter’s interaction with regular cast member Haha highlighted as a source of notable comedy.

The synopsis supplied by the Television Database describes the special as “surprisingly hilarious,” emphasizing that the comedic value derives largely from the dynamics between the fixed members and the invited guests. The presence of Go Soo adds an additional layer to the competition, though the specific nature of his involvement is not detailed beyond his status as a guest. The episode’s focus on kimchi preparation provides a cultural backdrop that aligns with the show’s tendency to incorporate Korean traditions into its challenges.

Running Man, a Korean variety program that began airing in 2010, is known for arranging competitive scenarios that test the participants’ physical, mental, and teamwork abilities. In “Kimchi Wars,” the central activity of making kimchi serves as the mission around which the members and guests compete, creating opportunities for humor and interaction. The description notes that the chemistry between Han Hyo‑joo and Haha produces “comedy gold,” suggesting that their exchanges are a highlight of the broadcast.

While the episode’s exact structure, outcomes of the competition, or any specific game rules are not enumerated in the provided material, the available information confirms that the special maintains the series’ hallmark blend of competition and entertainment. The episode is catalogued on the Movie Database under the Running Man series, and its placement as episode 123 situates it within the first season’s broader run of variety‑show formats that consistently pair the core cast with celebrity guests for themed challenges.