The four main leads Im Siwan, Shin Se Kyung, Sooyoung, and Kang Tae Oh, as well as the writers and director of the drama are doing an amazing job in maintaining the quality of the show. The characters and multiple of the drama's scenes have served as the people's voice through the accurate lines and on-point remarks about certain crucial issues. "Run On" is a drama that deals with various important topics that show different perspectives and interests while also being considerate to the viewers and the characters at the same time. The scene where track and field athlete Ki Seon Gyeom (Im Siwan) and film translator Oh Mi Joo (Shin Se Kyung) talked about the issues within the sports and film industries gained attention from viewers, especially from those working in the mentioned fields. The episode depicted the problems that need to be resolved with helping hands from the people involved.