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By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Gambling, some language in plucky K-drama heist series.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 13+?
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Where to Watch
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Cleaning Up
Parent and Kid Reviews
What's the Story?
In CLEANING UP, Eo Yong-mi (Yum Jung-ah) is a single mom who cleans an office building and struggles to make ends meet. Her gambling addiction doesn't help matters, especially when a debt collector is banging at her door with a baseball bat. When she overhears office workers plotting to take part in illegal insider trading, Eo Yong-mi studies up on the art of stock trading and plans to take advantage of the insider knowledge she's stumbled upon. Will she succeed in her plans? Or do bigger problems await her?
Is It Any Good?
The cleaning crew gets their moment in the sun when they reap the rewards of a crooked deal in an exciting heist series. The gambler-facing high-stakes formula is a little reminiscent of Squid Game -- but this show avoids the violence.
An underdog tale that families with teens can enjoy together, Cleaning Up poses moral questions about gambling and participating in a con. When is stealing from the rich to give to the poor OK? Regardless of the answer, the thrill of the chase can make for an interesting ride.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how gambling affects the main character's integrity in Cleaning Up. She keeps trying to do the best for her kids, but she undermines herself. Why is gambling so addictive for some people?
Perseverance is the backbone of hard work. What happens when working hard doesn't cover the bills?
Three women come together to participate in a con in this movie. How does teamwork play in their favor? How does it harm them?
TV Details
- Premiere date : February 13, 2024
- Cast : Yum Jung-Ah , Jun So-min
- Network : Hulu
- Genre : Drama
- Topics : Friendship
- Character Strengths : Integrity , Perseverance , Teamwork
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- Last updated : December 8, 2025
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