It's Okay to Not Be Okay (2020)

Drama Comedy

8.5

Desperate to escape from his emotional baggage and the heavy responsibility he’s had all his life, a psychiatric ward worker begins to heal with help from the unexpected – a woman who writes fairy tales but doesn’t believe in them.

Creator

Park Shin-woo , Jo Yong ,

It's Okay to Not Be Okay Short Brief

It's Okay to Not Be Okay is a South Korean romantic drama that intricately weaves themes of mental health, healing, and the importance of human connection. The story revolves around Moon Gang-tae, a caretaker at a psychiatric ward, who leads a solitary life due to his troubled past and the responsibility of caring for his older brother, Sang-tae, who has autism. Their lives take a transformative turn when they encounter Ko Moon-young, a successful but emotionally unstable children's book author known for her dark tales. As their paths intertwine, Gang-tae and Moon-young navigate their personal struggles, revealing deep-seated traumas and the complexity of love and relationships. The series beautifully illustrates how vulnerability and acceptance can lead to healing, encouraging viewers to embrace their emotions and seek help when needed. With its poignant storytelling, engaging performances, and visually stunning cinematography, It's Okay to Not Be Okay resonates with anyone who has ever felt lost or misunderstood.

It's Okay to Not Be Okay Cast and Characters - Full Details

Kim Soo-hyun as Moon Gang-tae

Seo Yea-ji as Ko Moon-young

Park Gyu-young as Nam Joo-ri

Oh Jung-se as Moon Sang-tae

Kim Ju-hun as Lee Sang-in

Kim Chang-wan as Oh Ji-wang

Keywords

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