My Little Old Boy (2016)

The beloved Korean variety series where celebrity sons live their unscripted lives — and their mothers watch every moment unfold.

My Little Old Boy - Series Information

  • Original Title: 미운 우리 새끼
  • First Air Year: 2016
  • Last Air Year: 2026
  • Created by: Kwak Seung-young
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Reality, Talk
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (100 minutes)
  • Number of Seasons: 1
  • Number of Episodes: 484
  • Status: Returning Series
  • Original Language: Korean
  • Spoken Languages: Korean
  • First Air Date: August 26, 2016 (South Korea - 15)
  • Networks: SBS
  • Alternative Titles: 미운 우리 새끼, 다시 쓰는 육아일기 (KR), My Ugly Duckling (US), MLOB (UK), 我家的熊孩子 (CN)
  • Production Companies: Prism Studios, Seoul Broadcasting System
  • Production Countries: South Korea

My Little Old Boy - Plot

How much do you know about your grown up son? In Mom's Diary, the daily lives of the grown up celebrity sons are closely observed by their mothers. Do you know why your son drinks so much these days? How much do you know about your son's philosophy in his life style? Heart-warming moments of observational communication between a mother and a son can be seen on Mom's Diary.

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My Little Old Boy - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Kwak Seung-young

Main Cast

  • Shin Dong-yup
  • Seo Jang-hoon
  • Kim Jong-kook
  • Lee Sang-min
  • Kim Joon-ho
  • Kim Jong-min
  • Im Won-hee
  • Tak Jae-hoon
  • Heo Kyung-hwan
  • Kim Hee-chul

Writers

  • Im Chae-yoon

Executive Producers

  • Kwak Seung-young

My Little Old Boy - FAQs

Where can you stream My Little Old Boy?

My Little Old Boy is available to stream on Rakuten Viki, OnDemandKorea, Kocowa, and the Kocowa Amazon Channel, all offering flat-rate subscription access. Availability may vary by region, so checking JustWatch is recommended for the most current options in your area.

Who are the main cast members of My Little Old Boy?

The show features a rotating ensemble of celebrity sons including Shin Dong-yup and Seo Jang-hoon as MCs, alongside Kim Jong-kook, Lee Sang-min, Kim Joon-ho, Kim Jong-min, Im Won-hee, Tak Jae-hoon, Heo Kyung-hwan, and Kim Hee-chul.

Is My Little Old Boy still airing or has it ended?

My Little Old Boy is still actively airing. The series has a 'Returning Series' status and remains in production on SBS, continuing to release new episodes. With over 484 episodes since its 2016 premiere, it remains one of South Korea's longest-running variety programs.

What is My Little Old Boy about?

My Little Old Boy, also known as Mom's Diary: My Ugly Duckling, follows the unscripted daily lives of grown-up Korean celebrity sons as observed by their mothers. The show captures candid, heartwarming exchanges between mothers and their adult sons, blending humor with genuine emotional moments.

When did My Little Old Boy first premiere?

My Little Old Boy first premiered on August 26, 2016, in South Korea on the SBS network. The show was rated 15+ for South Korean audiences and has been broadcasting consistently ever since, accumulating hundreds of episodes over nearly a decade on air.

How many episodes does My Little Old Boy have?

My Little Old Boy has aired 484 episodes across its main run, plus 1 special episode. Given the show's ongoing 'Returning Series' status and continued production, the episode count continues to grow as new installments are broadcast regularly on SBS.

Who created and produces My Little Old Boy?

My Little Old Boy was created by Kwak Seung-young, who also serves as executive producer. The series is written by Im Chae-yoon and produced by Prism Studios in association with Seoul Broadcasting System (SBS), the South Korean network that airs the show.

What genre is My Little Old Boy?

My Little Old Boy is a Reality and Talk variety show. It blends observational documentary-style footage of celebrity sons' everyday lives with an in-studio panel discussion format, where the featured mothers and additional guests react to and comment on the footage in real time.

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