The basis for the drama is the novel “Kashikogi” by author Cho Chang-in, which has sold 2 million copies in Korea since its publication in 2000. It has already been adapted as a television drama and a stage play in that country. On February 4, Shogakukan is publishing the book in Japan under the title “Good Life.” Sorimachi plays the part of Daichi Sawamoto, a newspaper reporter who has always prioritized his work over his family. When his wife suddenly leaves him, he finally notices the love he has been receiving from his son. Just as he decides to answer back, it is discovered that his son has leukemia.
Title | Good Life: Thank You, Papa, Goodbye |
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Year | 2011 |
Genre | Drama, Family |
Country | Japan |
Studio | Kansai TV, Fuji TV |
Cast | Takashi Sorimachi, Haruka Igawa, Amon Kabe, Nana Eikura, Tsuyoshi Ihara, Takeshi Kaga |
Crew | JUJU (Theme Song Performance), Kasaoki Takahiro (Producer), Norihito Sumitomo (Music), Yoshishige Miyake (Director), Satomi Oshima (Screenplay), Jun Kimura (Producer) |
Alternative Titles | Good Life: Arigato,Papa. Sayonara, Guddo raifu: Arigatou, Papa. Sayonara, Good Life: Thank You, Papa. Good Bye, Good Life: Thank You, Dad. Goodbye |
Keyword | based on novel or book, terminal illness, tearjerker |
First Air Date | Apr 19, 2011 |
Last Air date | Jun 28, 2011 |
Season | 1 Season |
Episode | 11 Episode |
Runtime | 54:14 minutes |
Quality | HD |
IMDb: | 7.00/ 10 by 1.00 users |
Popularity | 11.89 |
Language | Japanese |