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My Little Old Boy 2016

★ 7.0/10 · 10 votes RealityTalk 1 seasons · 494 eps Returning Series
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What is My Little Old Boy?

My Little Old Boy is a South Korean television entertainment program that explores the relationships between mothers and their adult celebrity sons. The show features mothers observing and discussing their sons' daily lives, offering insights into their behaviors, lifestyle choices, and personal philosophies.

Type
TV series
Year
2016
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
494
Runtime
100 minutes
First aired
Aug 26, 2016
Last aired
Apr 19, 2026
Original language
KO
Origin
KR
Networks
SBS
Genres
Reality, Talk
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Overview

My Little Old Boy is a South Korean television entertainment program that explores the relationships between mothers and their adult celebrity sons. The show features mothers observing and discussing their sons' daily lives, offering insights into their behaviors, lifestyle choices, and personal philosophies. Through these observations, the program highlights moments of communication and understanding between mothers and sons, presenting both humorous and heartfelt interactions. The series premiered on August 26, 2016, and airs weekly on Sundays at 21:05 KST on SBS. It is also known by the alternative title Mom's Diary: My Ugly Duckling. The program provides a platform for examining family dynamics and generational differences in contemporary Korean society through the lens of celebrity families. Viewers can stream the show through various online platforms. The series has been running since 2016.

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Should you watch it?

“A heartwarming reality series exploring the lives of grown celebrity sons through their mothers' eyes.”

Reasons to watch
  • Genuine mother-son interactions
  • Insight into celebrities' personal lives
  • Emotional and relatable family moments
Keep in mind
  • Limited to Korean audience
  • Repetitive format over time

You enjoy family-centric reality TV with emotional depth.

Suitable for general audiences with a focus on family relationships.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the main concept of the show?

The show features mothers observing and discussing the daily lives of their grown celebrity sons.

When did the show start airing?

It began airing in 2016 on Sundays.

Is the show available internationally?

Availability may vary by region and streaming platform.

What network broadcasts the show?

It is distributed and syndicated by SBS in South Korea.

Are subtitles available for non-Korean speakers?

Subtitle availability depends on the streaming platform used.