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The Good Bad Mother

  • TV Series
  • 2023–
  • TV-MA
  • 1h 10m
IMDb RATING
8.4/10
6.6K
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POPULARITY
4,720
1,456
Ahn Eun-jin, Ra Mi-ran, and Lee Do-hyun in The Good Bad Mother (2023)
A drama about a mother, Young Soon, who has lived for her child all her life, and her son, prosecutor Kang Ho, who suffers from amnesia in an unexpected accident and goes back to being a child.
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A tragic accident leaves an ambitious prosecutor with the mind of a child, forcing him and his mother to embark on a journey to heal their relationship.A tragic accident leaves an ambitious prosecutor with the mind of a child, forcing him and his mother to embark on a journey to heal their relationship.A tragic accident leaves an ambitious prosecutor with the mind of a child, forcing him and his mother to embark on a journey to heal their relationship.

  • Stars
    • Ra Mi-ran
    • Lee Do-hyun
    • Ahn Eun-jin
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.4/10
    6.6K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    4,720
    1,456
    • Stars
      • Ra Mi-ran
      • Lee Do-hyun
      • Ahn Eun-jin
    • 58User reviews
    • 7Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 nominations total

    Episodes14

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    TopTop-rated1 season2023

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    Ra Mi-ran
    Ra Mi-ran
    • Jin Young-soon
    • 2023
    Lee Do-hyun
    Lee Do-hyun
    • Choi Kang-ho
    • 2023
    Ahn Eun-jin
    Ahn Eun-jin
    • Lee Mi-joo
    • 2023
    Choi Moo-sung
    • Song Woo-byeok
    • 2023
    Seo Yi-Sook
    Seo Yi-Sook
    • Park Sung-ae
    • 2023
    Kang Mal-geum
    • Jung Gum-ja
    • 2023
    Jang Won-young
    • Mr. Bang
    • 2023
    Kim Won-hae
    Kim Won-hae
    • Son Yong-rak (Chief of Jouri Village)
    • 2023
    Park Bo-kyung
    Park Bo-kyung
    • Chief's Wife
    • 2023
    Yoo In-soo
    • Bang Sam-sik
    • 2023
    Jeong Woong-in
    Jeong Woong-in
    • Oh Tae-soo
    • 2023
    Gi So-yoo
    • Lee Ye-jin
    • 2023
    Park Da-On
    • Lee Seo-jin
    • 2023
    Hong Bi-Ra
    • Oh Ha-young
    • 2023
    Baek Hyeon-jin
    • Baek Hoon-ah (Trot Baek)
    • 2023
    Joshua Newton
    • Andrea
    • 2023
    Lee Kyung-hoon
    • Choi Kang-ho (Child)
    • 2023
    Kim Ji-woong
    • Chairman's son
    • 2023
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews58

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    10rogodogo

    The next Korean show you HAVE to watch!

    Negative reviews? What show are you watching? This show is a hidden GEM and done really well. Acting is superb and you feel every feeling they're portraying. Such a great story of a mom and her son and the journey they go thru. Deep and it'll make you think about your loved ones and friends. Rest assured you're gonna laugh, cry, get angry, and feel warm inside. The main actress and actor along with all the supporting cast, all do such an amazing job and work well together. I'm on episode 8 and can't wait a week for the next episode. If you want to binge the next best show, watch this now. You won't regret it.
    10phd_travel

    One of the best series ever - a work of genius

    Simply put this drama has some of the most touching and funniest scenes in K drama history. This highly original series delights from beginning to end. So well directed the 14 episodes just fly by. Not a single irritating or unnecessary scene. Wish it could have been longer.

    The actors are magnificent. Ra Mi Ran as Good Bad Mother is the best actress in a drama this year by far. Such a complex role played to perfection. Lee Do Hyun finally got a role that suits him perfectly and he acted just right as the mentally 7 year old man. Never overdone with the facial expressions. In his other roles he had a goofy look at times and it is well used here. Ahn Eun Jin had the right expression of looking like she wantes to cry but could not. But the scene stealers are the two adorable kids Seo Jin and Ye Jin. The little girl was great in Our Blues last year. Good bad guy Sam Sik is hilarious. Even the pigs are cute.

    This show is the best mix of comedy, revenge thriller and heartfelt relationship drama especially mother & child. Top 10 series of all time.
    10mannansyed

    Breathtaking

    I recently started watching 'The Good Bad Mother' and I have to say, I'm completely hooked! This show is truly breathtaking. From the very first episode, I was captivated by the storyline and the characters. The acting is superb and the writing is top-notch.

    What I love most about this show is how it tackles these difficult topics with honesty and authenticity. It doesn't shy away from the hard stuff, but rather dives right in, delivering a powerful and emotionally resonant viewing experience.

    Overall, I highly recommend 'The Good Bad Mother' to anyone looking for a well-crafted drama that will leave you on the edge of your seat. It's one of the best shows I've seen in a long time, and I can't wait to see where the story goes next!
    9weamKYF

    Another great sad happy kdrama

    All the elements here are really good, as always, Korea has vert talented actors, writers ,directors.. etc.

    Everyweek i was waiting for the episodes, today was the last one. Lots and lots of tears, but also there are laughs and smiling.. this magical way is led by kdrama.

    Unfortunately, it is very hard for me to memorize all the names, but many thanks to every one in this drama, and i have to mention the cameo in episode 13, by this well known actor.

    Now, i have that sad feeling after finishing a good work, they become part of your life.

    I consider the kdrama a healing therapy , an amusement journey. Thank you for giving us these kind moments in my life.
    9kristianmolnar

    A korean drama that I never forget

    A heartbreaking story that can happen to anyone in their lifetime. It is full of irony and comedy. The combination of starting over and wanting to live has created a truly inspiring story. The story is very well structured. It gradually gives a glimpse into the past, which is much more nuanced than we think. The development of the main characters also plays an important role here, which determines the outcome of the story. Although some characters are a bit weak, the cinematic performance of the main characters covers up these weaknesses and creates a balance. All in all, this is a very interesting tv drama where, in addition to the nuanced story, the protagonist's perseverance and determination are truly inspiring. Also, the maternal love and self-sacrifice are very well depicted here. So, this is a must watch korean drama.

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    • Release date
      • April 27, 2023 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • South Korea
    • Official site
      • hancinema
    • Language
      • Korean
    • Also known as
      • Người Mẹ Tồi Của Tôi
    • Production company
      • JTBC
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