Meet The Cast of The Good Bad Mother

About The Good Bad Mother

Released on April 26, 2023
Comedy TV Movie Drama

A tragic accident leaves an ambitious prosecutor with the mind of a child – forcing him and his mother to embark on a journey to heal their relationship.

The Good Bad Mother ran for 1 season.

Main Cast of The Good Bad Mother

Ra Mi-ran
plays Jin Young-soon (14 episodes)

Jin Young-soon is a pivotal character in The Good Bad Mother. She's a loving mother to her two daughters, but finds herself in difficult situations as secrets from her past come to light.

Quotes from Jin Young-soon

'I'll do anything for my daughters.'
'Sometimes being a mother means making tough choices.'
'It's never too late to make things right.'

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Lee Do-hyun
plays Choi Kang-ho (14 episodes)

Choi Kang-ho is a main character in The Good Bad Mother. He is a stern but caring police officer who is dedicated to solving the crimes that plague his city.

Quotes from Choi Kang-ho

I won't rest until I find the truth.
Justice must be served, no matter the cost.

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Ahn Eun-jin
plays Lee Mi-joo (14 episodes)

Lee Mi-joo is a single mother and a supporting character in the show The Good Bad Mother. She is a cheerful and hardworking woman who strives to provide for her son despite facing many challenges in life.

Quotes from Lee Mi-joo

I may not have it all, but I have more than enough to be happy.
Life is tough, but I'm tougher.

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Yoo In-soo
plays Bang Sam-sik (14 episodes)

Bang Sam-sik is a key character in the crime series The Good Bad Mother. He is a Korean gang boss, who rules over a world of ruthless crime and corruption. Sam-sik is a charismatic figure, respected and feared by all who know him. He is a master strategist, always looking for opportunities to broaden his empire, and he is incredibly ambitious. Sam-sik is also something of a mysterious figure, with a past that he keeps concealed from the world.

Quotes from Bang Sam-sik

The greatest power is the power to make people believe in something bigger than themselves. We all need something to believe in.
You don't climb Everest just to look at the top, you climb to say that you did it.
I don't always know my next move, but I always have a plan.

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Choi Moo-seong
plays Song Woo-byeok (14 episodes)

Song Woo-byeok is a gangster turned businessman in the Korean drama series The Good Bad Mother. He is known for his cunning and intelligence, as well as his bold fashion style.

Quotes from Song Woo-byeok

'I always keep my promises, whether it's a good or bad thing.'
'If you're going to do something wrong, do it big.'

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Jung Woong-in
plays Oh Tae-soo (14 episodes)

Oh Tae-soo is a main character in the Korean drama TV series The Good Bad Mother. He is a dedicated, skilled detective who is always determined to crack the case and never give up. He has a tough exterior but is loyal to his friends and family.

Quotes from Oh Tae-soo

'I never give up until I catch the culprit.'
'My job is to solve cases. That's all that matters.'

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Hong Bi-ra
plays Oh Ha-young (14 episodes)

Oh Ha-young is a single mother and the protagonist in the Korean drama The Good Bad Mother. She is a caring and devoted mother who is determined to protect her daughter at all costs.

Quotes from Oh Ha-young

'I never thought about giving up, not even once.'
'I may be the bad mother but I'll do everything I can to protect my child!'

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Seo Yi-sook
plays Park Sung-ae (14 episodes)

Park Sung-ae is a single mother who works as a cleaning lady. She is devoted to her son and will stop at nothing to protect him, even if it means going against the law.

Quotes from Park Sung-ae

'I'm not a killer, but I will protect my child.'
'My son is my whole world.'

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Jang Won-young
plays Mr. Bang (14 episodes)

The President of the Young Adult Association in The Good Bad Mother is a charismatic and ambitious young leader, who is always eager to promote the interests of her fellow members and make a difference in her community.

Quotes from Mr. Bang

'We are the future, and we will make it bright!'
'Together, we can achieve greatness!'

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Kang Mal-geum
plays Jung Gum-ja (14 episodes)

Jung Gum-ja is a strong and determined woman who faces numerous challenges while raising her son as a single mother. She is known for her intelligence and resourcefulness in dealing with difficult situations.

Quotes from Jung Gum-ja

I may be a mother, but that doesnt mean Im weak.
I wont let anyone hurt my son.
Life may be tough, but so am I.

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Kim Won-hae
plays Son Yong-rak (14 episodes)

Son Yong-rak is a skilled and ruthless loan shark who often crosses paths with the main characters of The Good Bad Mother. He is calculating and intelligent, always staying one step ahead of his enemies. However, his past and personal struggles begin to reveal a more vulnerable side to him.

Quotes from Son Yong-rak

My life's motto has always been: don't take care of others, they will not take care of you.
You can't buy trust with money.

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Park Bo-kyung
plays Yong-rak's Wife (14 episodes)

Yong-rak's wife in the show The Good Bad Mother is portrayed as a loving and devoted spouse who struggles to balance her family responsibilities with her own desires and ambitions. She is a deeply compassionate and empathetic person who often puts the needs of others before her own.

Quotes from Yong-rak's Wife

'Love is not about possession, it's about connection.'
'I just want what's best for my family.'

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Gi So-you
plays Lee Ye-jin (14 episodes)

Lee Ye-jin is a secondary character in The Good Bad Mother. She is a nurse who works at the hospital where the main character's daughter is being treated. Lee Ye-jin is a kind and compassionate person who cares deeply about her patients and their families.

Quotes from Lee Ye-jin

You're welcome. It's my job.
I'm sorry, Mrs. Park. We're doing everything we can for your daughter.
Don't worry, she's in good hands.

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Park Da-On
plays Lee Seo-jin (14 episodes)

Lee Seo-jin portrays Choi Kwang Il in The Good Bad Mother, a hardworking and ambitious prosecutor who is always determined to bring justice to the victims of crime. He is known for his strong sense of justice and his unwavering dedication to his work.

Quotes from Lee Seo-jin

'I won't let anyone get away with their crimes.'
'Justice must be served, no matter the cost.'

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Secondary Cast of The Good Bad Mother

Cho Jin-woong
plays Choi Hae-sik (1 episode)

Choi Hae-sik is a supporting character in the drama series The Good Bad Mother. He is a detective who takes on the case of a missing child and becomes an important ally to the main characters. Hae-sik is a serious and hardworking officer who is dedicated to his job and helping others.

Quotes from Choi Hae-sik

I'll do whatever it takes to find this child.
I won't stop until I get to the bottom of this.

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Lee Joo-sil
plays Grandmother (1 episode)

Grandmother is a recurring character in the show The Good Bad Mother. She is the tough, no-nonsense matriarch of the family and is always willing to do whatever it takes to protect her loved ones.

Quotes from Grandmother

I may be old, but I'm not dead yet!
I didn't live through the Depression just to let you waste food like that!
Back in my day, we didn't have cell phones. We had to talk to each other.

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Lee Do-yeop

A mysterious and elusive character known only as '$' in The Good Bad Mother. They are a notorious criminal mastermind who controls a vast network of illegal activities.

Quotes from

'You can have everything in life you want, if you will just help enough other people get what they want.'
'I have a mind that makes science fiction look like a children's book.'
'Money talks, and so do I.'

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Son Sang-gyu
plays Kwak Sang-cheol (2 episodes)

Kwak Sang-Cheol is a major character in the Korean drama The Good Bad Mother. He is the husband of the lead character and a successful businessman. Despite his wealth and success, he remains loyal to his wife and is a devoted father to their children.