Angry Mom (South Korean TV Series)

Angry Mom (Korean: 앵그리맘; RR: Aenggeurimam) is a South Korean television series that aired on MBC from March 18 to May 7, 2015. The drama was broadcast on Wednesday and Thursday nights at 21:55 KST. The series explores themes of school bullying and systemic corruption within the educational system.

Promotional poster for the drama Angry Mom

Plot

The story centers on Jo Gang-Ja, a woman who was once a notorious fighter during her high school years. After giving birth to her daughter, Oh A-Ran, in her late teens, she attempts to lead a quiet, responsible life. However, when she discovers that her daughter is being severely bullied at school, she decides to take matters into her own hands. Jo Gang-Ja enrolls in her daughter's high school under a false identity to protect her, leading to a series of confrontations with the school's administration and student body.

Cast

The series features an ensemble cast, including:

Kim Hee-Seon as Jo Gang-Ja / Jo Bang-Wool
Ji Hyun-Woo as Park No-A
Kim You-Jung as Oh A-Ran
Yoon Ye-Joo as Jin Yi-Gyeong
Baro as Hong Sang-Tae
Ji Soo as Ko Bok-Dong

Actress Kim Hee-Seon — Kim Hee-Seon as Jo Gang-Ja

Actor Ji Hyun-Woo — Ji Hyun-Woo as Park No-A

Actress Kim You-Jung — Kim You-Jung as Oh A-Ran

Production

Angry Mom occupied the Wednesday and Thursday 21:55 time slot on MBC, following the conclusion of Kill Me, Heal Me. It was succeeded by the drama Warm and Cozy on May 13, 2015.