---
title: "Yeah, That's How It Is"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/yeah-that-s-how-it-is-2016"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 65612
imdb_id: "tt5520342"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 54
runtime_minutes: 60
community_rating: 5.0
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Yeah, That's How It Is (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/yeah-that-s-how-it-is-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Yeah, That's How It Is is a 2016 South Korean standard television series that originally aired on SBS from February 13, 2016, to August 14, 2016. Created by Kim Soo-hyun and directed by Son Jung Hyun, the 54-episode drama centers on the lives and relations of a big family, incorporating elements of comedy, romance, and drama.

The series features a substantial cast including Lee Soon-jae and Kang Boo-ja, and it reflects the collaborative work of its writer and director following their previous 2013 drama project. Running with episodes lasting approximately one hour and fifteen minutes on Saturdays and Sundays, the show provides a detailed exploration of family dynamics through its extended broadcast run.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Discover the intricate lives and stories within a large family in this 2016 television drama series."

### Why Watch
- Features a 54-episode run exploring the dynamics of a big family.
- Created by writer Kim Soo-hyun, who received significant acclaim and compensation for the series.
- Brings together a notable cast including Lee Soon-jae and Kang Boo-ja.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The 54-episode count with each episode running about one hour and fifteen minutes requires a significant time investment.
- Tone & Suitability: The series maintains a dramatic and comedic tone suited for standard television viewing across its 54 episodes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #big-family, #family-relations, #korean-drama, #comedy, #romance, #drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (54 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 54
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (6%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 51 (94%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Kim Soo-hyun
- **Networks / Studios**: SBS

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lee Soon-jae** as *Yoo Jong-Chul*
- **Kang Boo-ja** as *Kim Sook-Ja*
- **Yang Hee-kyung** as *Kim Sook-Kyung*
- **Noh Joo-hyun** as *Yoo Min-Ho*
- **Seo Ji-hye** as *Lee Ji-Sun*
- **Song Seung-hwan** as *Yoo Kyung-Ho*
- **Shin So-yul** as *Yoo So-Hee*
- **Hong Yo-seob** as *Yoo Jae-Ho*
- **Kim Hae-sook** as *Han Hye-Kyung*
- **Yoon So-yi** as *Yoo Se-Hee*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Yeah, That's How It Is?
Streaming availability is not specified in the provided sources.

### Q: Is Yeah, That's How It Is worth watching?
It may be worth watching if you enjoy standard series focused on big family relations created by writer Kim Soo-hyun.

### Q: What is the binge duration for Yeah, That's How It Is?
The series consists of 54 episodes, with each episode having a duration of one hour and fifteen minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes of Yeah, That's How It Is?
The provided sources do not list specific essential episodes for the series.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Yeah, That's How It Is — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/65612)
- [Yeah, That's How It Is (TV Series 2016) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5520342/fullcredits/)
- [Yeah, That's How It Is Full Cast & Crew - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/15852-yeah-thats-how-it-is/cast)
- [Yeah, That's How It Is - DramaWiki](https://wiki.d-addicts.com/Yeah,_That%27s_How_It_Is)
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