The JTBC series The Atypical Family, also known as Although I Am Not a Hero, wrapped up its final episode recently, sparking intense discussion among viewers.
Bok Gwi-Ju (Jang Ki-Yong) and his family each possess unique supernatural abilities. Gwi-Ju can time travel to past happy moments of his life without the power to alter events. Eventually, his depression robs him of this ability, just as his family members also lose their powers due to modern challenges like insomnia and smartphone addiction. Their lives take a turn when Do Da-Hae (Chun Woo-Hee) enters their world, impacting the family dynamic significantly.
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Jang Ki Yong and Chun Woo Hee led the show as its main characters, which garnered international attention through Netflix.
The series, surprisingly consisting of only twelve episodes rather than the more typical sixteen for K-Dramas, left many fans longing for more storytelling and feeling the end was rushed.
I want more of this little family together..WHY TF IS THIS SHOW ONLY 12 EPISODES????#TheAtypicalFamily #TheAtypicalFamilyEp3pic.twitter.com/O5IRfOxhne
The story focuses on Gwi Ju, who had to save Da Hae during a school fire thirteen years ago. A prophetic dream his mother had predicted Gwi Ju’s death in a fire, causing much anxiety for his family and the audience.
After an emotional time-jump in the series, the closing scenes showcase Da Hae’s son who, like his family, has a power of his own. Astonishingly, he uses his gift to bring his father, Gwi Ju, back from the past. The series culminates with this baffling yet intriguing conclusion.
Viewer sentiments on the finale were mixed. Many expressed confusion or dissatisfaction at the execution, while others were fascinated by the son’s ability to alter their reality. Ultimately, interpretations vary regarding Gwi Ju’s unexplained reappearance after his assumed demise.
How did you interpret the conclusion of The Atypical Family?
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