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Prepare to be swept away by the heartwarming tale of the atypicalfamily, where every moment surpasses expectations with its unique storyline and beautiful character development. This drama is a delightful blend of love, growth, and family, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that keeps viewers coming back for more.

What sets this drama apart is its refreshing and original storyline. With each episode, the drama unfolds new surprises and twists, keeping the audience hooked and eagerly anticipating what's next. It's a breath of fresh air in the world of dramas, offering a truly unique and captivating viewing experience.

The love story is beautifully unique, with a chemistry between the couple that is both heartwarming and genuine. Their relationship unfolds in a way that feels natural and authentic, drawing viewers in and keeping them invested in their journey from beginning to end.

And let's not forget about the acting, which is nothing short of phenomenal. Jang Ki Yong, in particular, shines in his role, bringing his character to life with a depth and authenticity that is truly impressive. His portrayal is so convincing that it's impossible not to be completely engrossed in his character's journey, especially as a father, where his performance is both endearing and inspiring.

In conclusion, the atypical family is a friendly reminder of the power of love, growth, and family. With its unique storyline, beautifully developed characters, and phenomenal acting, it's a must-watch for anyone looking for a heartwarming and uplifting drama experience.

Don't usually write reviews but with there not being many on here I felt compelled to. The acting and chemistry between the 2 main characters captivating and a lovely push and pull that keeps you rooting for them. It's funny and light hearted at times, also heart warming and deep, that gets you thinking about your own relationships and connections. Although it features fantasy elements of a family with super powers there are some really poignant real life themes. Theres some great character development and plenty of twists and turns. It has everything you want in a South Korean Drama, they just know how to do it right! I am wholly obsessed with KDramas and for good reason. I have been eagerly awaiting each new episode and the ending didn't disappoint. The story line is wonderful, it is just beautifully done, I shed a little happy tear at the end and really hoping for a season 2.

I can empathize with the characters as I have depression, anxiety, and multiple health issues. They are people who are unable to perform to the best of their ability and they just happen to be have super powers.

The "fat" sister is wholly unbelievable. No one spends the rent money on food. No fat person is constantly thinking of eating...they just become fat because of various issues, usually related to health.

My issue is with the "mysterious" woman who saves the main character from drowning. It appeared to be happenstance that she was there at the beach, but then later it appeared to be some type of grift. I will continue to watch to see where this show is going with the plot.

I had to write one because this drama touched me in every way. It's so good. It's out of the norm, I think it's nice to know that depression can make super powers go away. I don't want to spoil it but it is all love from me. I find it hard to understand those that hate it. I wish they extended the last episode a little, I couldn't get enough of them in the end. The drama is worth it just have patience. I didn't like it at first either......djdnxjsiaiksksksjsdjjxjhdsj no spoilers xx. I'm trying hard not to say too much cos I don't want to spoil it but it makes sense. Some parts they lost it but I forgive them.

What would you do if you knew that the person you love is going to tragically die in an attempt to save you? This series forces you to make choices you'll never want to make in this life. The timeline is not a straight arrow but rather a gray area where past, present and future coexist simultaneously. Love is the real protagonist of this drama where even professional scammers turn out to be soft hearted in the end. Superpowers are gifts granted to an atypical family appearing rather disfunctional but something is about to happen: an unusual woman is going to enter their life... A must watch for sci-fi lovers with an incredibly profound message for your heart: don't close it!

This series has a sophisticated, atmospheric magic blended with real life traumas and believable characters. People in the drama are flawed, but relatable and likeable.

In "The Atypical Family" story as well as character development expands with an atmosphere - the colour tones, the music scores as well as sound design, and the easily flowing caesural pauses allowing the viewers to take in the vastness of the scene settings, the seriousness of the situations. One could almost compare this drama to a poetry. Actors and their characters are allowed pauses to think, not to say that they're slow, on the contrary, it makes them and their choices more believable.

The script and most chosen actors are spectacular in their roles. The characters are written as smart, thinking, conniving ones, not by making others extremely dull and stupid, but by letting them make smart decisions, allowing them to have multiple purposes. Not a single person here is B&W, they all have their own personal colour pallets.

For now (6th episode) I could name only one major drawback - the ML's sister. Her character is overweight, but acted by a slim actress, which makes her movements and mannerisms not genuine and weird.

All in all I find the story refreshing and interesting, the clashing of one dysfunctional family with a fake united one, the deadpan comedy, the pain of trauma and not managing to let go of the past.

The settings is not normal to show a beautiful romance but I see the writer is a genius. A man who wanted to be a hero but wasn't able to be, then became just for one person. It has the family thing in it but English title(The Atypical Family) is not telling what the show wants to tell. I like the Korean title("Although I'm not a hero") more. All the actor are good but Claudia(Suhyun?) Kim is the best. It's not like acting I feel like there's that kind of person living next to me. I watched until ep8 and every episode was amazing. The ending song perfectly goes well with the show. I hope the rest also be the same good enough.

It's hard to believe a story about a family with superpowers could be so boring. With a couple of exceptions:

What I liked:

1. The special effects were good. Don't want to give it away, so I won't mention specifics.

2. I really liked Bok Dong-hee, Gwi-ju's sister. She was hilarious and charming.

3. The father, Oh Man-seok, also plays the dad in SOMETHING ABOUT THE RAIN.

One of the reasons I like Oh Man-seok, other than his eternally cheerful demeanor, is because he's one of the few Korean actors in a major series with less than a lily-white complexion. Hey, Netflix, how about more brown-skinned Asian actors in your series? Thanks.

4. A great, satisfying ending.

What I didn't like:

1. My main problem is that this series lacks any logical coherence. Why is there an elaborate wedding--with no guests--mind you, when A) the groom didn't actually propose, and B) the bride never accepted the non-proposal? Did either of these two ever say? "I love you"? Did I miss something? This is the stiffest, least-convincing marriage ceremony I've ever seen.

And each person in the family is aware that the marriage is a fraud, and an attempt to steal their money. And everybody goes along with it. Really?

2. Then there's the matter of the brother, Gwi-ju, who apparently needs to "save" someone. While at first, Gwi-ju is out to "save" a dude that he worked with, suddenly the target of his obsession changes.

He's now set on "saving" Do Da-hae, a woman who's moved into the house under suspicious circumstances.

But as Ms. Do points out to Gwi--ju, in a rare display of logical thinking--rare for this series anyway, that she doesn't need saving as she's a healthy, fully functioning woman. Therefore she must have survived whatever horrible, no good, very bad thing happened to her in the past. You know, that thing that Gwi-ju has a bee in his bonnet about.

3. Firemen don't stand around giving speeches to someone they're trying to save while the building's going down-but someone does that in this drama.

4. The actress who plays the Gwi-ju's daughter is adorable, but the romance between the character she plays and the most popular boy in the school is, well, hard to believe. This is middle school, folks.

TO BE CONTINUED... ************* Later: This series is so illogical it's impossible to suspend belief or care about anyone in this family. A couple of questions:

4. What exactly are the rules for Bok Gwi-joo's superpower? At first, he can only revisit times when he was happy-until Do Da-hae enters the picture. Then the rule changes: he can only revisit happy times when he was with her. But then things change again-he goes back to a happy moment he shared with his classmates, without Do Da-hae. Then it changes again, he watches a happy moment between his mom and dad-but wait! A very young Do Da-hae rides by on her bike. Whaaa?

It sure feels like the writers made it all up as they went along.

5. What side of his neck is Bok Gwi-joo's mark on? Is it on the left? Is it on the right? On both sides? "They say it will never go away." Who said that? I don't remember anyone consulting a doctor.

6. Are we to believe that certain characters go about setting up an elaborate bogus accident in the middle of the day on a well-traveled coastal road-and nobody sees them? No cars, bikes, or pedestrians?

The ending made up for a lot...but, writers, you can do better!

It was such a great drama. It was the best drama of 2024. Ngl I couldn't able to wait for the next new episodes. The plot was so good and also the plot twist. I really loved the actors and their acting especially bok ina and gwi ju, but bok i-na and Jun woo deserved more screen time and song hee and hyeong tae too. We want a season 2 of this drama can we expect that? Please give more screen time to other couples of the drama. Gwi jus's son brought him back we want to see the reaction of his family after he got back here, further story. And ji Han did he try to take his revenge after he got out from the jail. Please give us season 2😭

First I saw some small clips uploaded in you tube and watched it , and again I came to see some more clips the it got my attention but don't pay heed much , but again the name which got hooked in ma mind suddenly been uploaded episode wise in some online streaming platform then I go check it out and then the ....... All magical things been going on in series, so I went on and on and literally, such a beautiful series was waiting for me to grab him and yes it found me . It was a really sweet , suits my type and meets my soul. All the stories, uniqueness the characters all have been portrayed in a very gentle flow and now I haven't completed it yet and I will soon complete it all, given a full rating as it deserved.

This review is for the 1st episode only.

I won't watch the rest, mainly due to the fact that if the writers and the cast are not able to capture the viewer's attention 30 minutes in, it's probably not worth the time to watch the rest.

Story and pace: It's more interesting to watch paint dry... Nothing of interest really happens...

Plot Development: Hard to determine after only one episode, but it seems they are going for Dark Comedy(?), but it wasn't really remotely funny... It seems they attempt to blend family drama, comedy, and superhero elements, but the mix doesn't always feel seamless.

TLDR; 10/10 unique, time-traveling, fantasy plot with stunning music, cinematography, and acting. Pacing is quick and you never feel bored. Main couple has me kicking my feet and giggling, while crying at the same time. Probably one of my favorite kdramas of all time.

Highly underrated. Whoever gave this series a bad review clearly didn't bother to watch past the 1st episode. This is the first time I felt compelled to write a review for a kdrama in my life. I think it's because something about this series makes me strangely emotional even though it's not necessarily a sad story? This series brings me a lot of happiness.

Initially the unique plot made me interested in starting it, but the pacing of the story, the characters, and chemistry of the main couple got me absolutely hooked.

The casting is immaculate, I've never watched Jang Kiyong's older projects before as the plots never really interested me and I knew Chun Woohee was known for her film acting, but both were rather new to me. But wow, the emotional scenes hit hard. Chun Woohee's acting makes me choke up and the music!!! The OSTs in this series is magical and along with the cinematography it immerses me in the scene and the emotions. The chemistry of the main couple is too good and the romance is well-developed. I love how the writers take their time, but by no means does anything ever feel slow.

I love all the characters in this story. Every character has their own color and somehow remains likeable to me despite their flaws (even the loan shark lady!). The relationships between the characters are so enjoyable to watch and you become invested.

There are 8 episodes out, and very excited to see how the series progresses.

A rare and beautiful series. Atypical Family has been masterfully written and acted. The music is wonderful and marks the time of emotions with finesse. The photography have helped to show the characters' feelings in intense colors. All the actors, even the children, are veteran performers. Nothing is normal in this series. However, the writer has managed to tell a story of very real problems, with a voice of fantasy. This allows us to understand the characters, their fears, traumas, feelings and tribulations. An unmissable series. Different and magical. Live in the present, and don't miss the important things in life.

The series takes its time. But somewhere along the way it pulled me in hard with its meandering time-bending strangeness. Definitely there's an undertow thing happening with every black & white shot glimpse into characters' recurring dreamscapes and nightmares. I'm at episode 8 now, and I'm guessing that those who are reviewing this drama as "Boring" probably swam to shore very early. Honestly, it took about 4 episodes before the dramatic undertow broke down my "you've got to be kidding me" barriers.

Bottom line is it's not a show for a k-drama beginner.: It would tigger too much crazy-making culture shock. But once you've seen a lot of k-dramas, you get used to a lot of really strange stuff. Like how a tiny 12 yr. Old girl, who seems to be legally blind without her glasses, is allowed to walk to school (and all over the whole darn city) ALONE.

But if you can get past the clueless child neglect, "Atypical Family" might just pull you in like it did me. Btw, This is maybe a 7 star series, but I gave a full extra star for the top-notch performance of Jang Ki-yong, who plays time travelling Gwi-joo. His character slowly sheds his comatose stone-coldness, frays and unravels, then unleashes a range of nuanced and cagey emotions. Jang's 4D acting definitely unveils itself as a cut above his costars, whose emotive capacities are either borderline passive, over-the-top, comic-bookish or just blah. (The actress who plays Grace deserves a small shout-out too. She's a cool combo of sly and fierce.) Anyway since the whole super-power thing was slow getting started, maybe we get a cliff hanger and a Season 2? I Hope so.

EP 1&2 BORING AMD VERY SLOW...NO DIRECTION .. HE IS DEPRESSED, FAMILY WANTS TO CONTINUE SUPERPOWERS BUT WHERE IS THIS HEADED?? TOO BAD WAS LOOKING FORWARD TO IT.

If you want to engage the viewers there should be don't dwell on one character who sets the tine to the entire show. This pulls you down pointlessly..I don't know how the average score is 8.5?

The character is so depressed there doesn't seem to be and end in sight. Totally disengaging the viewers ..make it livelier and get him out of that rut FAST..TOO DEPRESSING ..

IF THE MAIN PLOT IS ABOUT SUPERPOWERS THERE SURE ISN'T ANY INDICATION.