# Weekly Idol (2011–present) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/weekly-idol/
Last reviewed: 2026-07-25

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 70% |
| Critic Score | 70% |
| Audience Score | 74% |
| Metascore | 61/100 |
| IMDb | 6.8/10 |
| Fan Score | 76% |
| Creator | Jang Jae-hyuk |
| Platform | iQIYI |
| Genres | Talk |
| Seasons | 5 (651 episodes) |
| Language | Mandarin |
| Country | China |

## Quick answer

Weekly Idol (2011–present) is a Talk series created by Jang Jae-hyuk, streaming on iQIYI. It holds a 70% Celluloid Score — Recommended — averaged from critic reviews (70%), audience ratings (74%), Metascore (61/100), IMDb (6.8/10), and fan ratings (76%) across 5 seasons.

## Critics consensus

Weekly Idol — a major Cheng Xiao television credit for Celluloid Stars filmography.

## Synopsis

Weekly Idol is back with all new hosts. Cho Sae Ho, Hwang Kwang Hee and Nam Chang Hee are sticking together as a new unit group for Weekly Idol, a.k.a CKN Trio, to turn the idol world upside down! Get ready for their hot debut! Cho Sae Ho transforms himself into an idol expert. The hottest entertainer in the show business is marching into the idol world after taking over variety shows and he's more than ready to dominate the show with his amazing look and talents. They say idols understand each other best! As soon as being discharged from military service, Hwang Kwang Hee is reenlisted in Weekly Idol as a senior and a mentor to cheer his fellow idol friends. And lastly, the hidden card of the trio, Nam Chang Hee joins Weekly Idol. With his irresistible charms and talents, Nam Chang Hee becomes the irreplaceable member of Weekly Idol and shows off his amazing chemistry with idols.

## Cast

Victoria Song, Cheng Xiao, Defconn, Jeong Hyeong-don

## Most searched questions

**Is Weekly Idol worth watching?**
Yes — Weekly Idol earns a 70% Celluloid Score (Recommended), averaged from critic 70%, audience 74%, Metascore 61/100, IMDb 6.8/10, and fan 76%. Weekly Idol — a major Cheng Xiao television credit for Celluloid Stars filmography.

**Is Weekly Idol on Netflix?**
No — Weekly Idol is not on Netflix. It streams on iQIYI, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under iQIYI. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**What year did Weekly Idol come out?**
Weekly Idol first aired in 2011 and ran through 2025 (2011–present). Created by Jang Jae-hyuk; it streams on iQIYI today.

**How many seasons of Weekly Idol are there?**
Weekly Idol has 5 seasons across 651 episodes (2011–present). Status: ongoing / still airing.

**Where can I watch Weekly Idol?**
Weekly Idol streams on iQIYI in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under iQIYI. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**How long does it take to watch Weekly Idol?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, Weekly Idol’s 651 episodes take roughly 488 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Who is in the cast of Weekly Idol?**
Weekly Idol stars Victoria Song, Cheng Xiao, Defconn, Jeong Hyeong-don. Created by Jang Jae-hyuk.

**How many episodes are in Weekly Idol?**
Weekly Idol has 651 episodes across 5 seasons (2011–present).

**What is Weekly Idol about?**
Weekly Idol is back with all new hosts. Cho Sae Ho, Hwang Kwang Hee and Nam Chang Hee are sticking together as a new unit group for Weekly Idol, a.k.a CKN Trio, to turn the idol world upside down! Get ready for their hot debut! Cho Sae Ho transforms himself into an idol expert. The hottest entertainer in the show business is marching into the idol world after taking over variety shows and he's mor…

**Who created Weekly Idol?**
Weekly Idol was created by Jang Jae-hyuk. It is a talk series from China, primarily in Mandarin.

**What should I watch after Weekly Idol?**
Browse more talk series on Celluloid’s iQIYI hub, or open More Like This.

**Is Weekly Idol still ongoing?**
Yes — Weekly Idol is ongoing (2011–present) with 5 seasons so far. Check the Celluloid page when new seasons lock scores and episode counts.

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