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The Best Episodes of The Good Bad Mother

Every episode of The Good Bad Mother ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Good Bad Mother!

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A tragic accident leaves an ambitious prosecutor with the mind of a child – forcing him and his mother to embark on a journey to heal their relationship.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    9.0/10(109 votes)

    #1 - Episode 9

    S1:E9

    Young-soon and Kang-ho go through recollections of Kang-ho's past — discovering another side to his story.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  2. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 12 - Episode 12
    9.0/10(105 votes)

    #2 - Episode 12

    S1:E12

    After a frightening incident at the farm, Young-soon discovers more information. As Kang-ho proceeds with his plan, Mi-joo and Sam-sik follow suit.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  3. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.9/10(112 votes)

    #3 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Kang-ho experiences a mysterious attack. Mi-joo finds an fortuitous business opportunity. The town convenes to rally against Young-soon.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  4. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    8.9/10(109 votes)

    #4 - Episode 10

    S1:E10

    Young-soon prepares Kang-ho for a safer future. After a startling incident, Mi-joo and Kang-ho share a tender moment — further complicating their lives.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  5. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.8/10(121 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    After retuning home, Lee Mi-joo encounters Kang-ho in his new condition. Young-soon faces aggression from an unrelenting neighbor.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  6. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.8/10(134 votes)

    #6 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    Young-soon panics about the future after she receives scary news. Another sudden blow forces her to make hard decisions about herself and Kang-ho.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  7. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 13 - Episode 13
    8.8/10(100 votes)

    #7 - Episode 13

    S1:E13

    Mi-joo and Sam-sik risk their safety to track down a key witness. Young-soon finds support from her friends.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  8. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.7/10(134 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    Young-soon pushes Kang-ho to the limits. She later finds a perplexing item from her son's old life. Mi-joo navigates her complex feelings around Kang-ho.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  9. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    8.7/10(103 votes)

    #9 - Episode 11

    S1:E11

    With Mi-joo by his side, Kang-ho finds out the truth after an alarming moment. Bang Sam-sik gets caught up in a dangerous situation.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  10. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 14 - Episode 14
    8.7/10(125 votes)

    #10 - Episode 14

    S1:E14

    Kang-ho enacts his final plan to take down Oh Tae-soo. Young-soon gives Kang-ho and Mi-joo her blessings.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  11. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.6/10(138 votes)

    #11 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    As Kang-ho recovers, he and Young-soon get closer. However, Young-soon later visits Seoul and witnesses unfavorable traces of Kang-ho's life.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  12. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.5/10(131 votes)

    #12 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    A shocking accident leaves Kang-ho's outlook uncertain. Young-soon takes him home and seizes an opportunity for redemption.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  13. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.4/10(129 votes)

    #13 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Filled with childhood resentment, Choi Kang-ho navigates his career with ruthless ambition — later approaching Young-soon with a cruel motive.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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  14. The Good Bad Mother Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.8/10(158 votes)

    #14 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    After a tragedy turns her world upside down, Jin Young-soon raises her son with the aim of steering him away from a life of hardship like hers.

    Director:Sim Na-yeon
    Writer:Bae Se-young

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 9" is the best rated episode of "The Good Bad Mother". It scored 9/10 based on 109 votes. Directed by Sim Na-yeon and written by Bae Se-young, it aired on 5/24/2023. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 12".