SBS announced in a press release that "Running Man" was purchased by broadcasting agencies in Taiwan, Thailand, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Cambodia.
According to the official, the popularity of the show increased since it first aired and have been receiving many calls about the show from other countries across Asia.
"Running Man" is part of the entertainment program "Good Sunday" which airs every Sunday night in South Korea. It focuses on missions amongst its regular members MC Yoo Jae Suk, Ji Sukjin, singer Kim Jongkook, Haha, Leessang's Gary, actor Lee Gwangsoo and actress Song Jihyo, with special guests joining the regular cast.
Just this year, the show have been experienced their popularity outside South Korea after filming special episodes in Thailand and China.