Single Dad in Love
Single Dad in Love

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Single Dad in Love

2008
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Korean

Kang Poong-ho is a pest exterminator by day and a K-1/mixed martial arts fighter by night. He is a single father raising his 7-year-old son Kang San after the boy's mother, his first love Yoon So-yi, abandoned them to pursue her ambition of becoming a pianist. Despite life's trials, Poong-ho never loses his optimism and sense of humor. He meets and falls in love with Jeon Ha-ri, a bright and bubbly medical student from a wealthy family. An obstacle to their romance arises when they learn that Ha-ri's soon-to-be stepmother is none other So-yi and that it was Ha-ri's surgeon father Jeon Ki-suk who sponsored her piano studies abroad. As So-yi re-enters their lives, San is diagnosed with a brain tumor. Poong-ho is willing to go to any lengths to save his beloved son.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Thomas J. WrightGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

A recently divorced, work-obsessed father struggles to balance his demanding career with raising his young son. When he unexpectedly falls for a charming woman, he must confront his own emotional baggage and learn to prioritize his family and personal happiness. The film follows his journey as he navigates the complexities of modern dating while trying to mend his fractured family life.

Critical Reception

Single Dad in Love received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Audiences were somewhat more forgiving, appreciating the lighthearted romantic comedy elements, though it was not widely regarded as a standout film in its genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Some viewers enjoyed the relatable premise of a single father navigating romance and family.

  • Critics often cited a lack of originality in both the story and character development.

  • The film was generally considered a light, easy-to-watch romantic comedy without much depth.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Single Dad in Love' are scarce, but those available suggest a generally mild reception. Some viewers found the film to be a pleasant, albeit unremarkable, romantic comedy with a decent performance from the lead.

Fun Fact

Jason Priestley, known for his role as Brandon Walsh in 'Beverly Hills, 90210', also directed several episodes of the original series and has continued a career in directing for television.

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ParkMin

ParkMin

The story was unbelievably dry and dull. It was a bad setup from the get go. His son was diagnosed with a tumor in the brain and got a surgery, then a few episodes later the father got diagnosed with a tumor in the brain too. I don't unders...