Hi Bye, Mama!: Season 1
This is the story of a mother who died and begins a forty-nine day long project of reincarnation, and a husband who has barely begun to live a new life after overcoming the pain of losing his wife. Cha Yu-ri died in an accident, and after losing his wife, Jo Kang Hwa, a skilled thoracic surgeon, had been working as a single father until he got married again. While he seems like a caring person, he does not offer a ha
Season 1 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Cha Yu-ri died in an accident five years ago, leaving her husband Cho Gang-hwa to raise their daughter by himself.
- Cha Yu-ri becomes a ghost and watches over her husband and daughter.
- Jo Kang Hwa is a skilled thoracic surgeon who worked as a single father for years after losing his wife before getting married again two years ago.
- Cha Yu-ri is brought back to life by the deities and told she can become human again if she returns to her place in forty-nine days.
Season overview
This is the story of a mother who died and begins a forty-nine day long project of reincarnation, and a husband who has barely begun to live a new life after overcoming the pain of losing his wife. Cha Yu-ri died in an accident, and after losing his wife, Jo Kang Hwa, a skilled thoracic surgeon, had been working as a single father until he got married again. While he seems like a caring person, he does not offer a hand nor intervene when needed. Cha Yu-ri becomes a ghost and watches over them until one fateful day she is brought back to life by the deities and told she can become human again if she returns to her place in forty-nine days.
Episode Guide
Season 1 Progress Shield
Life is Full of Unpredictable Surprises
Feb 22, 2020 · 74 min
Cha Yu-ri, a ghost for five years, realizes her daughter can see her. Just as she decides it's time to move on, she is returned to her human form.
Forgotten Season
Feb 23, 2020 · 69 min
Cho Gang-hwa is shaken by the sight of Yu-ri, who's got 49 days to find her rightful place. What's more, Cho Seo-woo has gone missing.
Realizing the Beauty of Life is Only Possible After Death
Feb 29, 2020 · 69 min
Gang-hwa isn't sure how to reveal that he got remarried. Wanting to protect Seo-woo from lurking ghosts, Yu-ri eyes an opening at the preschool.
There is Nothing that Won't Happen to Me
Mar 1, 2020 · 71 min
Gang-hwa worries when Oh Min-jeong notices that Yu-ri looks familiar. At her new job at the preschool, Yu-ri learns the child ghost's secret.
Every Moment When Chance Turns into Fate
Mar 7, 2020 · 64 min
Yu-ri's human form causes a stir with the ghosts at the columbarium. Yu-ri slips up in front of Gang-hwa and Min-jeong at the preschool.
Even in the Face of Death, Family is Still My Number One
Mar 8, 2020 · 68 min
Min-jeong wakes up with a mysterious face wound, and contemplates a big decision. Meanwhile, Gang-hwa faces disciplinary action at the hospital.
Where Flowers Bloom and Fall
Mar 14, 2020 · 65 min
Yu-ri meets Min-jeong about an opportunity. While fulfilling a wish from Jang Pil-seung's family, Yu-ri finds herself in an awkward position.
People Who Can't Say Goodbye
Mar 15, 2020 · 71 min
Yu-ri can't help but notice a ghost and his daughter's unfortunate circumstances, and crosses paths with someone who shouldn't see her.
Goodbye and Hello to Your Light
Mar 21, 2020 · 68 min
Determined to kick out an unwanted ghost from Seo-woo's home, Yu-ri starts babysitting her. Gang-hwa makes an upsetting blunder.
Your Place Where I Cannot Reach
Mar 22, 2020 · 76 min
With half her allotted days already gone, Yu-ri focuses on taking care of Seo-woo — and Min-jeong. Elsewhere, Gang-hwa and Jeon Eun-suk meet again.
The Share Of Life Given To Me
Mar 28, 2020 · 63 min
The arrival of an unwelcome guest sets Ms. Mi-dong on edge. Yu-ri, Min-jeong and Go Hyeon-jeong have had enough of the preschool's bullying moms.
The Days I Was Forgotten
Mar 29, 2020 · 69 min
Gang-hwa is shocked to hear Seo-woo say Yu-ri's name. Yu-ri grapples with the implications, as well as a threat from the exorcist.
A Story I Could Not See
Apr 11, 2020 · 72 min
After learning that Yu-ri was by his side all along, Gang-hwa prepares to be honest with Min-jeong. The neighbors gossip about the trio.
It’s Not Your Fault
Apr 12, 2020 · 73 min
Returning to the operating room isn't easy for Gang-hwa. After a day spent with Hyeon-jeong and her family, Yu-ri comes to a tearful realization.
My Life's Tomorrow
Apr 18, 2020 · 76 min
If Yu-ri wants to stay and live, she must go back to her rightful place. As Gang-hwa resolves to make this happen, Min-jeong tells him she's leaving.
Petals Fall, But the Flower Endures
Apr 19, 2020 · 87 min
The reason why Yu-ri was brought back to life comes to light. With the end of her 49 days imminent, all that remains is for her to make her choice.