S1·E507 Secret Broker Race: Hot Items from Convenience Store

Episode recap

Running Man S1E507, titled “Secret Broker Race: Hot Items from Convenience Store,” continues the program’s established format of pairing its regular cast with guest celebrities for a competitive variety episode. In this installment, the guest lineup consists of the four main actors from the Korean drama Backstreet Rookie—Ji Chang‑Wook, Kim You‑Jung, Han Seon‑Hwa and Do Sang‑Woo. The episode brings these actors together with the Running Man members to form a single team that will tackle a series of missions centered on convenience‑store culture.

The central premise of the episode is a race in which the team must identify and collect the most‑sold items from a selection of convenience stores. According to the episode synopsis, the participants are tasked with picking the “hot items” that generate the highest sales, turning an everyday shopping experience into a competitive challenge. As the team moves through the stores, they complete the required tasks, each successful pick contributing points toward their overall score. The points system follows the show’s typical structure, where accumulated points determine the winning side and the distribution of prizes.

Throughout the broadcast, the Backstreet Rookie cast works alongside the regular Running Man members, sharing the responsibilities of scouting, negotiating with store staff, and making rapid decisions about which products to prioritize. The collaboration highlights the interaction between the drama actors and the variety‑show veterans, a recurring element in Running Man’s episodes that often blends humor with teamwork. The episode’s progression is driven by the team’s effort to maximize points through efficient item selection, with each successful mission bringing them closer to victory.

As the race reaches its conclusion, the episode leaves viewers with the question of which team will ultimately win the competition and claim the promised prizes. The outcome is revealed at the end of the episode, maintaining the suspense that characterizes Running Man’s game‑based format. This episode exemplifies the show’s blend of celebrity guest participation, everyday Korean settings, and point‑based challenges that have defined the series since its debut.