Uncontrollably Fond (2016) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Sexual content is limited to mild romantic affection, such as kissing and hugging between consenting adults. There is no nudity or explicit sexual activity. The series features implied sexual tension and flirtation, but these moments do not escalate beyond chaste displays of affection.

Violence is infrequent and mostly non-graphic. There are depictions of car accidents, one of which results in a character's death (shown off-screen with after-effects). Characters sometimes engage in pushing or grabbing during arguments, but no sustained physical fights or severe injury are shown. Some instances of emotional abuse and harassment occur.

Mild profanity is present, mainly exclamations or frustrated dialogue. Words like "damn" and "hell" are used occasionally in subtitles. The language is generally restrained and not pervasive, reflecting typical Korean drama standards for expressing anger or surprise without strong vulgarity.

There is frequent, casual alcohol consumption throughout the series, often at social gatherings or by characters coping with stress. Characters are shown drinking soju, beer, and wine. There are instances of visible intoxication, particularly involving No Eul and Shin Joonyoung, leading to blurred memories or emotional outbursts. No illegal drug use is depicted.

The series deals with several mature and intense themes, including terminal illness, grief, class disparity, corruption, revenge, unrequited love, and the consequences of past mistakes. A key theme is Joonyoung's struggle with a secret terminal diagnosis and how it influences his actions. Themes of injustice and emotional manipulation are central to the plot, particularly regarding the events surrounding No Eul's father's death and Joonyoung's family history.