Synopsis
A teacher impulsively kidnaps her abused student and goes on the run to give her a real childhood.
What makes Mother worth watching
One of the most beloved J-dramas of all time.
Mother represents a strong example of japan drama from the 2010 production cycle. Japanese studios have spent the past decade refining the kind of long-form storytelling on display here — careful character work, restrained pacing in the early episodes, and a willingness to let emotional beats land without overstatement.
The cast is led by Matsuyuki Yasuko, Ashida Mana, Sakai Wakana. It originally aired on NTV, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch Mother online
You can currently stream Mother on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Viki — see all Viki Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
Streaming rights for Asian dramas shift constantly. We update each title page when a new platform picks up a series or a contract expires. If a service is geo-locked in your region, see our guide to legitimate options for international drama viewers.
If you liked Mother
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