It's Okay to Not Be Okay Timeline ( Real )

announcement
May 30, 2020

Announcement of It's Okay to Not Be Okay

tvN officially announces the cast and production details for the drama 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay'.

series premiere
June 20, 2020

Premiere of It's Okay to Not Be Okay

The first episode of 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay' airs on tvN, marking the official start of the series.

series finale
August 9, 2020

Final Episode of It's Okay to Not Be Okay

The drama concludes with its 16th episode airing on tvN, wrapping up the story and character arcs.

achievement
August 2020

It's Okay to Not Be Okay Scores High Ratings

The series gains critical acclaim and records high viewership ratings in South Korea and internationally.

It's Okay to Not Be Okay Timeline ( Fictional )

background
Early 2000s

Moon Gang-tae's Childhood and Sister Moon Sang-tae's Diagnosis

Moon Gang-tae grows up as the primary caregiver for his older brother Moon Sang-tae, who has autism spectrum disorder, after their mother's death and father's absence.

career_start
Approximately 10 years before present timeline

Ko Mun-yeong's Career as a Children's Book Author Begins

Ko Mun-yeong develops her dark, unconventional children's books and gains recognition as a popular author known for her unique stories.

meeting
Spring, Year X

Moon Gang-tae Meets Ko Mun-yeong

Moon Gang-tae and Ko Mun-yeong first encounter each other, initiating complex emotional interactions that drive the story forward.

career
Shortly before meeting Ko Mun-yeong

Moon Gang-tae Starts Working at Psychiatric Ward

Moon Gang-tae begins his job as a caregiver at the psychiatric hospital where he takes care of various patients, including his autistic brother Moon Sang-tae.

character_development
Shortly after meeting Moon Gang-tae

Ko Mun-yeong Visits Psychiatric Ward for Inspiration

Ko Mun-yeong visits the psychiatric hospital to find inspiration and confronts her own traumatic past while interacting with patients and staff.

relationship
Mid Year X

Moon Gang-tae and Ko Mun-yeong Develop Romantic Relationship

The two main characters gradually open up to each other and develop a romantic connection, overcoming personal traumas.

character_growth
Late Year X

Moon Sang-tae Confronts Past Trauma

Moon Sang-tae faces his childhood trauma and begins to heal, aided by his brother and Ko Mun-yeong's support.

revelation
Late Year X

Ko Mun-yeong Reveals Her Childhood Abuse

Ko Mun-yeong reveals the truth about her abusive upbringing, which helps her and Moon Gang-tae deepen their understanding of each other.

decision
End of Year X

Moon Gang-tae Decides to Pursue Own Happiness

Moon Gang-tae decides to prioritize his personal happiness alongside caring for his brother and supporting Ko Mun-yeong.