The Return of Superman

The Return of Superman has become appointment viewing in Australia on Kocowa, and in the US on OnDemandKorea and Kocowa Amazon Channel for anyone who enjoys watching people under real pressure. Every one of its 14 seasons holds up. An 8/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Park Joo-ho is a big part of why it works, but the format itself is the real star. Put it on tonight on Kocowa and see for yourself.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, The Return of Superman earns its spot. What separates The Return of Superman from the rest of its genre is a genuine understanding of what its audience actually wants to watch. An up-close look at celebrity dads who have to take care of their kids for the next 48 hours without any help. Will it be a dad-tastrophe, or can they finish their wives' to-do lists while having fun with their kids? Park Joo-ho and Park Ji-young give it a personality the format doesn't always earn. 14 seasons (2013–2026) gave the story room most shows never get. What keeps The Return of Superman from feeling stale is a production that knows when to get out of the way. It rarely drops the ball, and when it does, it recovers fast.

The Return of Superman is impossible to watch casually — expect strong opinions. Alaskan Bush People is the obvious comparison, but The Return of Superman earns its own place alongside it. The 14-season run rewards the patience it asks of you. Park Joo-ho is a big part of why it works, but the format itself is the real star. The kind of thing that generates strong opinions in every room it is watched in.

The Return of Superman is currently airing new episodes, created by Park Ji-young, 奇河正, 徐宥真 and 刘智润 — so there's no better time to catch up before the story moves forward. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro's free voice app makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just say the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.