Common Sense Media Review
By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Slow burn mystical K-drama has alcohol abuse, binge eating.
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The Atypical Family
What's the Story?
In THE ATYPICAL FAMILY, the Bok family meet atop a cliff to discuss their future. They used to be able to do many things-- fly, travel through time and space, dream the future -- but their powers are only a memory. Will they find their gifts again? Or will they learn to be more human without them?
Is It Any Good?
Darkly funny and intriguing, this K-drama takes its time warming to a boil. Just when it seems the slow pace won't merit rewards, The Atypical Family throws a clever twist or an emotional nugget in the mix. Claudia Kim's (Avengers: Age of Ultron) character Bok Dong-hee drops snarky lines, and the depressed Bok Gwi-ju (Jang Ki-Yong) flops about like a drunken fish.
Themes of alcohol abuse and eating disorders are present in this show, so know your teen before diving into this one. Fans of melancholy romance will enjoy this one the most.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about alcohol abuse in The Atypical Family. How does seeing alcohol use in shows make you feel about drinking?
A parent in this show is scolded by a teacher for not showing interest in his child. How does curiosity about a person affect a relationship?
In this show people use others to get what they want. What is the meaning of true compassion?
TV Details
- Premiere date : May 2, 2024
- Cast : Claudia Kim , Jang Ki-Yong , Chun Woo-hee
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Drama
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic )
- Character Strengths : Compassion , Curiosity , Integrity
- TV rating :
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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