Drama The Atypical Family marks the return of Jang Ki Yong after his military service. This eagerly anticipated drama captivates audiences with its fascinating fantasy theme. The Atypical Family narrates the tale of a super-powered family grappling with the loss of their abilities due to a critical problem.
Alongside The Atypical Family, several other Korean dramas delve into the lives of families endowed with extraordinary abilities. These narratives promise engaging storylines for viewers. Let’s explore these recommendations!
1. Strong Woman Do Bong Soon (2017)
drama Strong Woman Do Bong Soon (doc. JTBC/Strong Woman Do Bong Soon)Strong Woman Do Bong Soon follows the journey of Do Bong Soon (Park Bo Young), a woman blessed with inherited superpowers. These powers, exclusively passed down to females in her family, manifest as extraordinary strength. When Bong Soon encounters Ahn Min Hyuk (Park Hyung Sik), CEO of Ainsoft gaming company, he recognizes her abilities and hires her as his personal bodyguard. As their relationship develops, Min Hyuk finds himself falling for Bong Soon, who, in turn, harbors feelings for her childhood friend, police officer In Guk Doo (Ji Soo).
2. Moving (2023)
drama Moving (doc. Disneyplus/Moving)Adapted from Kang Pool’s webtoon, Moving recounts the tale of three high school students—Kim Bong Seok (Lee Jung Ha), Jang Hee Soo (Go Yoon Jung), and Lee Gang Hoon (Kim Do Hoon)—who unbeknownst to them, possess superpowers inherited from their parents. Bong Seok can fly, inheriting this ability from his father, while Hee Soo possesses rapid healing, akin to her father. Gang Hoon exhibits remarkable strength and speed, inherited from his own father. As they navigate concealing their powers, their parents strive to shield them from exploitation. However, their peaceful existence is threatened when various factions target their lives.
3. Strong Girl Nam Soon (2023)
Strong Girl Nam Soon poster (doc. JTBC/Strong Girl Nam Soon)A spin-off of Strong Woman Do Bong Soon, Strong Girl Nam Soon follows Kang Nam Soon (Lee Yoo Mi), Bong Soon’s cousin, who also possesses superpowers. Nam Soon, raised by a couple in Mongolia after going missing as a child, embarks on a quest to find her biological parents in Seoul. Reuniting with her mother, Nam Soon becomes embroiled in a drug case investigated by detective Kang Hee Sik (Ong Seong Wu). Amidst this turmoil, a complex relationship develops between Nam Soon and Hee Sik.
4. The Atypical Family (2024)
The Atypical Family poster (doc. JTBC/The Atypical Family)The latest addition to superpowered family dramas, The Atypical Family explores the struggles of a family grappling with psychological disorders that strip them of their powers. Initially endowed with extraordinary abilities, the family members lose their powers due to various mental health issues. Bok Gwi Joo (Jang Ki Yong), for instance, loses his ability to time travel due to depression, while his mother’s insomnia robs her of her precognitive dreams. Amidst their challenges, the arrival of Do Da Hae (Chun Woo Hee) brings unexpected changes to their lives, offering hope and redemption.
These captivating dramas promise intrigue and excitement in every episode. Tune in to The Atypical Family every Saturday and Sunday for an enthralling narrative experience!