Kim's Convenience
Family comedy. In store.
The funny, heartfelt story of The Kims, a Korean-Canadian family, running a convenience store in downtown Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Kim ('Appa' and 'Umma') immigrated to Toronto in the '80s to set up shop near Regent Park and had two kids, Jung and Janet who are now young adults. However, when Jung was 16, he and Appa had a major falling out involving a physical fight, stolen money and Jung leaving home. Father and son have been estranged since.
Seasons
1. Janet's Roommate
Air Date: 2017-09-26
When Janet's plan to move out hits a snag, Appa and Umma encourage her to stay home. Kimchee tries to convince Jung that now is the time to make a move on Shannon.
2. Business Award
Air Date: 2017-10-03
A business award comes between Appa and Umma. Jung convinces Shannon to start biking to work. Janet and Gerald have their first fight as roommates.
3. House Guest
Air Date: 2017-10-10
After a night with Janet and her college friends, Jung is worried he might not be that bright. Appa and Umma have an awkward encounter with Pastor Nina.
4. Cardboard Jung
Air Date: 2017-10-17
Umma finds an opportunity to get Jung back into the store. Janet's cousin Nayoung returns, inadvertently bringing one of Janet's former crushes to light.
5. Date Night
Air Date: 2017-10-24
Janet pressures Appa to make date night with Umma more special. Jung turns to Craigslist - and Shannon - to replace Kimchee's expensive sneakers.
6. Resting Place
Air Date: 2017-10-31
Appa's money-saving scheme from years ago comes back to haunt him and Umma. Gerald is uncomfortable with Janet's noisy bedroom habits. Jung goes into damage control after being upstaged by Kimchee at work.
7. Sneak Attack
Air Date: 2017-11-07
When Appa discovers Umma's secret side-business, he wants in. Janet accidentally-on-purpose assumes a new identity. Jung and Kimchee go through the emotional highs and lows of acquiring a new freezer.
8. Silent Auction
Air Date: 2017-11-14
Umma covets an expensive coat at the church auction. Jung accuses Shannon of being unprofessional at work. Janet's big payday at the store is foiled by red tape.
9. New TV
Air Date: 2017-11-21
Appa and Umma are even more generous than they imagined when they donate to a new Canadian family. Janet gets noticed by a guest photography lecturer, and Kimchee worries Jung will steal his new girlfriend.
10. Janet's Boyfriend
Air Date: 2017-11-28
Janet tries to keep her new relationship secret from Appa and Umma. Jung and Kimchee have different ideas of what their house party should be.
11. Good Neighbours
Air Date: 2017-12-05
Appa and Umma meet their new neighbour Daniel, who runs a gym. Jung starts a new romance at work. Gerald's new girlfriend is a little too sweet for Janet's liking.
12. Appa's First Text
Air Date: 2017-12-12
Appa inherits Janet's old smartphone. Umma finds a pest in the store. Kimchee tries to help Janet cure her case of the FOMOs while Jung tries to reconnect with a girl he met at a bar.
13. Handy Graduation
Air Date: 2017-12-19
When Jung gets his GED, Umma wants the whole family to celebrate, including Appa. Janet gets tired of always being the 'good one.' Jung struggles to tell Shannon about a new opportunity.
1. New Appa-liance
Air Date: 2019-01-08
When Umma wants a new dishwasher, Appa's determined to get the best deal. Janet adopts a new name as Jung tries to get his job back at Handy.
2. Cutie Pie
Air Date: 2019-01-15
Appa tries to convince Umma that he's still attractive. Jung returns to Handy. Gerald's girlfriend makes herself at home.
3. Open Kimunication
Air Date: 2019-01-22
Appa and Umma unwittingly end up in marriage counseling. Jung learns more about Shannon's boyfriend than he bargained for. Janet debates whether or not to share a potential mentor with Gerald.
4. Thy Neighbour's Wifi
Air Date: 2019-01-29
Appa tests neighbourly boundaries when he tries to get cheap wifi. Umma forces Janet to do a questionable reading at Church and Jung hits it off with Shannon's friend, Katie.
5. Army Spoon
Air Date: 2019-02-05
Appa unintentionally becomes the star of Gerald's award-winning photo essay. Umma realizes her family doesn't trust her in emergency situations. Janet makes a social faux pas at an exclusive restaurant.
6. The Kim Cup
Air Date: 2019-02-12
Appa and Jung try out the old family ping pong table; Umma's feelings get hurt when Janet refuses to hang out with her; a gift basket causes problems.
7. Appanoon Delight
Air Date: 2019-02-19
Appa and Umma find new ways to spice up their love life, while Janet learns more about her parents than she bargained for. Kimchee tries to prepare for his first corporate presentation while Jung can't help helping.
8. To Him It May Concern
Air Date: 2019-02-26
Kimchee's mom is visiting from out of town. Jung looks forward to seeing her, but the feeling might not be mutual. After Appa makes a spelling mistake, Umma takes over sign duty at the store. Janet intervenes when Gerald asks Appa for a reference letter.
9. Blabber Talker
Air Date: 2019-03-05
Appa and Umma accidentally invite friends on their vacation. Janet accepts a job taking engagement photos for her ex. The Handy gang are all enjoying teasing each other until Jung takes things too far.
10. Elephant in the Room
Air Date: 2019-03-12
Appa's caught in the middle when Janet and Umma fight. Jung and Shannon offer conflicting advice when Kimchee develops a crush on Handy's courier, Gwen.
11. Appanticitis
Air Date: 2019-03-19
Appa gets into trouble when he’s too honest with Umma. Janet takes Gerald to the hospital and meets an old friend. Jung wants to audition for his favorite reality show but double books audition partners.
12. Hit 'n' Fun
Air Date: 2019-03-26
Umma and Appa accidentally damage a close friend's car. Janet discovers that Gerald isn't as loyal a friend as she thought. Jung worries that his birthday message to Shannon might be too personal.
13. Lord of the Ring
Air Date: 2019-04-02
Umma loses something valuable and doesn't want Appa to know. Jung threatens to ruin Janet's prospects with a cute yoga instructor. Shannon and Kimchee win a BBQ, and can’t decide who gets to keep it.
1. The Trollop
Air Date: 2020-01-07
Appa and Umma are at odds over a wedding dress while Shannon and Jung struggle with cultural sensitivities after a visit to a burger joint. Janet grapples with the fallout of Raj's cancelled engagement and faces an awkward night out with Nathan.
2. Couch Surfing
Air Date: 2020-01-14
While Appa is reluctant to have a houseguest, Umma is the one who ends up having problems with their visitor; Jung accuses Janet of being cold-hearted; Shannon tackles an office bullying problem.
3. The Help
Air Date: 2020-01-21
Umma is mistaken for a server at a school event for Janet. Appa takes up math tutoring to prove his teaching prowess. Shannon is finally single but will Jung make a move?
4. Happy Ummaversary
Air Date: 2020-01-28
Janet is planning to get the Kim family together for their first family dinner in 15 years but it almost proves too much for Jung and Appa to handle. Jung and Shannon try to hide their relationship from the rest of the Handy gang but their cover may be blown after Shannon gets a little ‘handy’ herself at a staff meeting.
5. Thinkin’ ‘bout Inkin’
Air Date: 2020-02-04
Janet considers a new tattoo. Jung and Shannon exchange five-week-iversary gifts. Umma and Appa discover some juicy gossip about Pastor Nina.
6. Soccer Dad
Air Date: 2020-02-11
Appa unwittingly becomes Jung's soccer coach. Umma insists that Janet learn to cook. Shannon forces a birthday party on Stacie.
7. Beacon of Truth
Air Date: 2020-02-18
A lie from Janet's past hurts Appa's feelings but Umma wishes Janet would keep the truth to herself. At Handy, Shannon and Jung struggle with workplace dating dynamics.
8. Chammo!
Air Date: 2020-02-25
Janet is commissioned to take portraits of Shannon's cats. Umma entrusts Jung to pick Appa up from the dentist but things don't go as planned. Kimchee is threatened by Terence and a spice challenge ensues.
9. Which Witch Is Which
Air Date: 2020-03-03
Umma re-evaluates her role as a mother, Appa comes into money and tries to do a good thing with it while Jung and Shannon discover they have different concepts of sexy.
10. In the Bedroom
Air Date: 2020-03-10
Appa and Umma come up with a new sleeping arrangement, Jung pursues a new career and tries to involve Janet, while Shannon and Kimchee discover a new, slightly terrifying, side of Terence.
11. Birds of a Feather
Air Date: 2020-03-17
Jung shows Shannon his nurturing side while Chelsea and Gerald get in the way of Janet's summer plans. Appa is invited to lead a business seminar but is forced to share the spotlight.
12. Knife Strife
Air Date: 2020-03-24
Umma believes she has discovered a murder weapon as Janet realizes she and Nathan have nothing in common. At Handy, Kimchee struggles to fit in with the other regional managers.
13. Bon Voyage
Air Date: 2020-03-31
Appa and Umma's plans for the future push Appa out of his comfort zone. Janet gets an internship overseas while Jung and Kimchee explore new living arrangements.
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Rating
7.6/10
Release Date
2016-10-11
Episodes
65 (5 seasons)
Status
Ended
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
Thunderbird Entertainment
Soulpepper Theatre Company
Thunderbird Films