My Little Old Boy (2024)
What is it?
My Little Old Boy, also known as Mom's Diary: My Ugly Duckling, is a South Korean reality television show that follows the daily lives of celebrity sons and their mothers. The show debuted in 2016 and has since become a popular staple of South Korean television.
Who is in it?
The cast of My Little Old Boy includes a rotating group of celebrity sons, each of whom is paired with their mother. The current cast members include:
- Kim Jong-kook (Turbo)
- Lee Sang-min (Bora Bora)
- Kim Hee-chul (Super Junior)
- Im Won-hee
- Tak Jae-hoon
What happens on the show?
My Little Old Boy offers a glimpse into the lives of these celebrity sons, as seen from their mothers' perspectives. The show follows the sons as they go about their daily routines, including work, family, and personal life. The mothers also share their thoughts and feelings about their sons, providing viewers with a unique insight into the mother-son bond.
Why is it popular?
My Little Old Boy is popular for its heartwarming and relatable portrayal of family relationships. The show is often funny and touching, and it offers viewers a chance to connect with the cast members on a personal level.
Where can I watch it?
My Little Old Boy is currently airing on SBS in South Korea. The show is also available to watch with subtitles on Viki.
Here are some additional details about the show:
- Genre: Reality television
- Original network: SBS
- Original release date: July 20, 2016
- Running time: 1 hour 44 minutes
- Language: Korean
- Subtitles: English
My Little Old Boy (2024)
Seung Soo enjoys being the dad of an AI robot, Tiny. Dong Gun visits Da Hoon, a colleague he met through a famous drama 20 years ago. Da Hoon opens up about his past and the hardships of being a single father. Meanwhile, Hye Jin and her mother accomplish their dream together by completing a half marathon.
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The four pairs of fathers and the sons bond more as they have more fun on the trip. The Father-Avengers enjoy a traditional Japanese course meal. The fathers also make phone calls to their beloved wives to express their love. Meanwhile, Sang Min, Won Hee, and Seok Yong visit a retirement community.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesSports commentator Bae Seong Jae reveals his daily life on the show for the first time. He must lose weight to fit in the uniform he wore few years ago for the upcoming sports event, however, he can't resist the yummy food in front of him. Meanwhile, Jong Kook and Sang Min visit Jin Hyuk's new house. They prepare a prank camera for Jin Hyuk who has no financial senses and teach him a lesson.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesSeong Jae overuses his vocal cords that he goes to seek help from a doctor. Seung Soo, Sang Yeob, and Geun Hyung, close friends of 11 years that go beyond generations, gather at Seung Soo's place and they prepare a birthday feast for Geun Hyung. Meanwhile, Sang Min has the first reunion with his relatives of his late mother's family. They also surprise Sang Min by celebrating his 51st birthday together.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 SubtitlesSeung Soo and Ji Chang go hiking. However ,they bicker from the beginning and things don't go as he planned. NewJeansNim travels to Hong Kong for a concert. Meanwhile, Jong Kook, Sang Min, and Dong Gun consult Jong Kook's brother, who is a plastic surgeon. Sang Min decides to get surgery to get rid of his saggy jowls.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesAs Seung Soo has trouble falling asleep and Joon Ho snores loudly, they decide to take a sleeping test. They are shocked to hear the results as they both suffer from sleeping disorders. Jong Kook, Sang Min, and Won Hee are having a blind date with Moon Sook. Meanwhile, Sang Min and Joon Ho participate in a grocery shopping marathon.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesSeung Soo meets up with Jung A and they're joined by three other friends. Jung A is happy to catch up with Hyung Joon, their actor friend. However, Seung Soo gets jealous and they become a love triangle. Seong Jae is going to take the photoshoot in the uniform. Will he fit in the suit after three weeks of dieting? Meanwhile, Sang Min helps Sayuri babysit her son, Zen. Will they get along well?
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesDong Gun has been concerning his hair loss problem for more than a decade. He and Sang Min decide to do a test to check out the problem. No Min Woo, a son who lives intoxicated with himself 365 days a year, joins the show. This narcissistic prince dresses himself in a prince's outfit and has barbecue with his younger brother on the street. Meanwhile, Hye Jin and Poongja are having fun at a creek in front of Hye Jin's house in Hongcheon.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesSeung Soo, Kyeong Hwan, and Hee Chul form a team named Ugly Duck, and they challenge themselves to swim across the Han River and complete a 1,800m-long round trip. Dong Gun enjoys a vacation on Jeju Island and meets up with an old friend, Bon Seung. Meanwhile, professional sportscaster Seong Jae turns into a foodie and has a little food tour in Jeonju.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesIn remembrance of the birth of the superstar of the universe, Hee Chul holds an exhibition of the story of his life and invites Jong Kook, Ji Won, and Dong Gun to the Kim Hee Chul Museum. Hee Chul also holds his second first birthday party. Seung Soo and Sang Min visit Il Woo, a never-been-married 61-year-old actor, and they hang out in Gangneung. Meanwhile, Kyeong Hwan and Won Hee give GREE some advice before he joins the Marine Corps.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesSeung Soo and Jung A have a date at the amusement park to celebrate their birthday together. After spending some time at the park, Seung Soo invites Jung A to his place to have dinner, and Seung Soo's mother suddenly appears. Meanwhile, Gun Woo moves to a new place and it's his first house he's renting without monthly rent. Hee Chul, Kyeong Hwan, and Jae Hoon come to congratulate him.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesA familiar face has come to our show to celebrate our eighth anniversary. Jung Nam shares the miracle story of Bell, his 11-year-old dog who had gone through complete paralysis and now she is slowly recovering. World-class soccer player Park Ji Sung celebrates tenth anniversary with his wife, Kim Min Ji. They met up with Seong Jae, their matchmaker. Meanwhile, Seung Soo and Tiny, his AI daughter, visit Won Hee.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesJin Hyuk visits the vet and is being told to prepare for the worst as Mongsil, his 13-year-old dog, is sick. Jin Hyuk also checks out the funeral services for pets. Seung Soo, Ji Won, and Hee Chul go to a naming center and have their names being read. Meanwhile, it's Dong Gun's 44th birthday! He spends his birthday by having a birthday feast alone.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesSeung Soo and Sang Min travel deep into the mountains where they can relax in the wild. It's a hidden spot only Sang Min knows about. Hye Jin visits a motorcycle shop with Si Eon. Hye Jin is going to take a test to get a motorcycle license. Meanwhile, Won Hee finally invites Moon Sook over to his house.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesA new daughter will be appearing in My Little Old Boy today. Musical actress Jeong Young Ju makes her first appearance on the show, and she has a shocking announcement to make. Meanwhile, it's Hye Jin's 25th anniversary since her model debut. Together with Bae Jung Nam, Seo Jang Hoon and more, they will create a historic calendar pictorial.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesBadminton gold medalist Lee Yong Dae appears on the show and reveals his house for the first time! He will also reveal his player-coach life. Actress Bae Hae Sun visits Jin Hyuk's place and has a meal together with Sang Min and Seok Yong. Meanwhile, Ji Won goes on a trip with Si Eon and In Guk, whom he met 12 years ago through "Reply 1997."
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesChild actor Lee Gun Joo becomes a shaman. Jin Hyuk and Young Ju pay a visit at his place and have their fortune read. Sang Min and Seung Soo have a drinking party at Lee Bon's place, the hottest actress from the 90s. Unlike the way she looks, Bon is a very light drinker and she wants to learn drinking from Seung Soo and Sang Min.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesThe three crown princes of daily dramas, Seung Soo, Chang Seok, and Lee Jae Hwang, go to a traditional market and are welcomed by many people and generous stall owners. Sang Min visits Rhymer's place, the first-generation rapper who was divorced ten months ago. Meanwhile, together with their dogs, Jung Nam and his actor friend, Byun Yo Han, have fun in a pension.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 Host 8 SubtitlesWon Hee, Jin Hyuk, and Jong Min, also known as the Fool Trio, gather at Won Hee's place and have a history test given by the top-notch history teacher. Young Ju and her family members gather together and cook a feast for Chuseok. Meanwhile, Seong Jae prepares a foodie tour and brings Yong Dae to some interesting restaurants.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 SubtitlesJong Kook is a workout maniac. However, when it comes to using computers, he becomes a dummy. Hee Chul becomes his and Joon Ho’s teacher and they learn how to use computers at an Internet cafe. Young Chul makes his first appearance on the show as part of the members. He even publicly confesses to the woman for whom he has feelings. Hye Jin is preparing hard for an English speech as she will be representing Korea at an international conference.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7On one fine day with nice weather, Seung Soo, Jung A, Won Hee, and Mun Suk go on a double date together. The four of them chit-chat a lot on the way to Nami Island. They've done many things together for the first time today. The date on Nami Island is full of excitement as they play bowling, ride on the zip line, stroll around, and ride tandem bicycles together.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7Seung Soo, Jung A, Won Hee, and Mun Suk's double date on Nami Island was brimming with romance. After the double date, they spend a night at a hanok while enjoying the food prepared by Mun Suk and Seung Soo. They also play truth of dare and the true feelings for Seung Soo and Jung A will be revealed! Meanwhile, Jong Min, Ji Won, and Jin Hyuk take the challenge of the Mensa test.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 subsThe Mother-Avengers and their sons set off on a Madame Freedom trip to Taipei, Taiwan. Together, the mother-and-son duos visit a trendy barbecue spot, popular among Gen Zers for its special events, then fly sky lanterns on a train track, each with their wishes written on them. Meanwhile, the fathers watch enviously from the studio.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 subsThe mothers and their sons arrive at their accommodation in Taipei, but they must play a game to choose their rooms. Each son and mother takes turns trying to identify their partner's hand while blindfolded. Meanwhile, Hee Chul meets with Jung Min, a fellow singer who spends a fortune on monthly insurance payments. He invites Seung Soo, now a certified insurance planner, to help reduce Jung Min's insurance expenses and educate Hee Chul on the different types of insurance.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 subsThree chefs from Culinary Class Wars stop by to help the single members make kimchi using their own unique ingredients. Meanwhile, Jung Nam visits Chun Hee at his campsite, and the two experiment with outdoor cooking. Jin Hyuk sets up a soundproof booth in his closet to prepare for his upcoming fan meet and pays a visit to Aiki to polish his dance moves.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 subsSeung Soo and Kyeong Hwan attend a counseling session at a mental health clinic, with shockingly high distress results revealed. Meanwhile, Yong Dae enjoys a getaway with fellow medalist Sang Uk and his devoted fan, Seong Jae. Their friendly competition sparks a fiery rivalry, from badminton and fencing to wood-chopping. Sang Min invites Jung Nam to help Dong Gun with fashion advice, and the three venture to a secret vintage street, where they dig through piles of clothes to find the best items.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 subsJung Myoung opens up to Hee Chul and Sang Min about a painful chapter from his past, being betrayed and conned by his long-time road manager and close friend. He shares his ongoing struggle to rise above the misfortune and rebuild his career. Meanwhile, Sung Kyu visits Yong Dae for a drink, visibly envious of the bachelor's spacious home and carefree single lifestyle. Elsewhere, Sang Min, Jung Nam, and Kyeong Hwan stop by a renowned Chinese restaurant run by master chefs Lu Ching Lai and Park Eun Young. Together with the two culinary masters, they attempt to recreate the restaurant's signature shrimp dish.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 subsAfter much contemplation, Seung Soo gathers the courage to confess his feelings to Jung A, his best friend of 20 years. He shares the reasons he hesitated for so long and what ultimately led him to take this bold step. On the day of the confession, Seung Soo and Jung A meet at an elegant restaurant. With nerves running high, he begins to confess that he wishes to see her as more than just a friend. The air between them is filled with a mix of excitement and tension. Can the two of them overcome their long-standing friendship and take the leap to become something more?
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7 subsJoon Ho prepares a grand proposal for Ji Min after three years together, but unexpected twists arise after his health checkup. Will his proposal go as planned? Meanwhile, Jin Hyuk heads to Indonesia with his mother for an upcoming fan meet, facing clashes over spending habits and a surprising palm reading.
Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Host 4 Host 5 Host 6 Host 7Jin Hyuk finally hosts his fan meet in Indonesia, performing his self-written song to an enthusiastic crowd. Later, the mother-and-son duo explore jewelry stores and dine at a renowned seafood restaurant. Meanwhile, Young Ju invites Seok Yong to her home to decorate inventive Christmas trees, but her parents arrive unexpectedly, catching them off guard.
Hee Chul and Jong Min visit a shaman to have their fortunes read. Jong Min reveals details about his upcoming wedding and his bride-to-be, and Hee Chul reveals a secret he kept for several years. Meanwhile, Seung Soo, Sang Min, and Dong Gun study for their bartending licenses and even try making some cocktails.
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Won Hee and Seok Yong help prepare Lim Hyeon Sik's birthday party. A friend of Hyeon Sik's also helps read their fortunes, especially their prospects in love and marriage. Yong Dae and Joon Ho take various body profile photos in different settings. Meanwhile, Sang Min voices his concern to his doctor about his medication.
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Joon Ho and Jong Min are getting married soon. To celebrate the two, the members prepared a party for them. Some members are jealous of them, and some give unexpected advice they learned from experience. They play games to choose what to give as gifts for them, and the party becomes a fierce competition. Stay tuned!
Dong Gun sets off on a New Year's trip with his parents to Hongcheon, where they last traveled as a family with his younger brother. There, the normally quiet family shares a heartfelt conversation about Dong Gun's late younger brother. Meanwhile, Sang Min joins Fabien, Joseph, and other foreign stars at Lucky's home for the Lonely Foreigners' Get-Together on New Year's.
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Voice Phishing Haena invites Sang Min, Jung Nam, and Jong Min to her home and recounts how she avoided voice phishing, all thanks to Jung Nam. Meanwhile, Young Ju celebrates Lunar New Year by making homemade dumplings with her mother. Sang Min and Seung Soo attend the Entertainment Awards, joining fellow celebrities for the annual event.
To keep his promise before marriage, Joon Ho joins Seung Soo and Jong Kook in a "prison detox" challenge. But as time passes, their cravings spiral out of control. Meanwhile, Sang Min challenges Seung Soo to an epic ice wall climb, with the loser taking an ice bath. Who will come out on top in the extreme winter challenge?
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Sang Min and Won Hee invite Jong Hyuk, whom they admire for his life as a father. Meanwhile, Jong Hyuk’s son, once a beloved child star, surprises everyone with his transformation. Tony begins a new chapter, leaving behind his longtime roommate and revealing the struggles that shaped him. Seung Soo, who embarks on his first-ever solo trip, faces unexpected setbacks that test his resolve.
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Jong Min and Sang Min visit Yang Joon Hyuk’s place and meet his daughter, Yi Jae. Since they have no experience in taking care of a baby, there are lot to learn. Since Jong Kook promised to buy Jong Min a fridge, the two and Joon Ho go to a mall together. Meanwhile, Sang Min takes Jae Hoon to his special friend’s place in Jeju. Stay tuned!
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Seung Soo invites his friends, Lim Ho and Song Il Kook. Since the three of them have played kings in dramas so many times, they call themselves the King’s Club. Seung Soo will give Ho and Il Kook’s children some allowances, but the two must play a game to win them. Meanwhile, Joon Ho and Jong Min look for their matrimonial house.
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Joon Ho, Sang Min, and Yong Dae head to Osaka for the 2025 Osaka Marathon. Before the race, Sang Min treats the others to a special outing to celebrate Joon Ho's upcoming wedding. Meanwhile, Won Hee invites Jong Min and Seok Yong to make sweets for White Day, the Korean counterpart to Valentine's Day. As they talk about the loves of their lives, Won Hee unexpectedly confesses that he's seeing a girl, which shocks the others. Meanwhile, Young Chul gathers with fellow comedians known for their unappealing looks, sparking a heated debate as they rank each other based on appearance.
It's the day of the 2025 Osaka Marathon, and Sang Min and Joon Ho aim for the 32km buffet zone but panic upon learning they must meet checkpoint time limits. Hee Chul visits his pregnant best friend, Dam Bi, bringing gifts and endless questions. As she shares stories of life with her husband, speed skater Lee Kyou Hyuk, she reveals that even they have worries of their own.
Jong Min meets with Na Yeong Seok, Kim Seung Woo, Yoon Si Yoon, and TVXQ's Yunho to hand out his wedding invitations and get advice on married life. But when he finds out his fiancee is a die-hard Yunho fan, a phone call between the two sends him into a jealous frenzy. Meanwhile, singer Hwang Karam makes his first appearance on the show. Despite his chart-topping success, he reveals he's drowning in debt and showcases his frugal lifestyle.
Lim Hyeon Sik invites Tony, Won Hee, and Joon Ho to his place, the same spot where he once had his first date with Tony's mom, Ok Jin. As Hyeon Sik shows clear favoritism toward Tony, Ok Jin makes a surprise entrance. It's their first reunion in a year, and sparks fly as they flirt openly in front of everyone. Meanwhile, Joon Ho crashes at his sister Min Ji's place while house hunting, prompting her to whip him into groom-to-be shape. Elsewhere, Seung Soo builds a rage room to vent his emotions, then sets a new goal: to finally ask someone to treat him to a meal.
Young Chul goes on a long-awaited blind date with a lawyer-professor, but nerves and a few awkward moments get in the way. Will things go smoothly? Young Ju brings her dad in for health checkups after noticing some memory issues and is caught off guard by the results. Meanwhile, Dong Gun starts house hunting to keep a promise to his daughter, Ro A, checking out a playful, kid-friendly home that would be perfect for her.
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Joon Ho, Jin Hyuk, and Hee Chul are famous for spending money thoughtlessly and are financially clueless. The godfather of ledgers, Kim Eung Soo, will come to teach the trio a lesson. They get a consultation from Eung Soo about our spending habits. Belle, Jung Nam's 12-year-old dog, has a malignant tumor. However, her heart is too weak to undergo surgery with general anesthesia. Meanwhile, Jong Kook, the analog human, visits Seung Soo's digital house.
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