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Kim's Convenience

Family comedy. In store.

7.6(171)
First Aired:October 11, 2016
Seasons:5 seasons
Episodes:65
Status:Ended

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.

Cast

Paul Sun-Hyung Lee

Paul Sun-Hyung Lee

Appa

Jean Yoon

Jean Yoon

Umma

Andrea Bang

Andrea Bang

Janet Kim

Simu Liu

Simu Liu

Jung Kim

Andrew Phung

Andrew Phung

Kimchee Han

Nicole Power

Nicole Power

Shannon

Seasons

Gay Discount

E1Gay Discount

22m7.4

Oct 11, 2016

Mr. Kim offers a gay discount at the store, while Mrs. Kim tries to find Janet a cool, Christian, Korean boyfriend.

Janet's Photos

E2Janet's Photos

22m6.4

Oct 11, 2016

Mr. Kim gets competitive with Janet over who is the better photographer. When Jung applies for a promotion it has a surprising effect on Mrs. Kim and Kimchee.

Ddongjeem and Umma's Picture

E3Ddongjeem and Umma's Picture

22m7.0

Oct 18, 2016

Jung draws the wrong kind of attention from his boss when he gives Kimchee a Korean wedgie at work. Mr. Kim commissions Janet's friend Gerald to take his photo instead of asking Janet.

Frank and Nayoung

E4Frank and Nayoung

22m7.4

Oct 25, 2016

Mr. Kim is frustrated with Frank, a repairman who talks too much, while Janet's cousin Nayoung visits from Korea, challenging Janet's sense of what it means to be 'Korean.' Jung and Shannon get tickets to a basketball game, but Jung starts to wonder if Shannon thinks it's a date

Wingman

E5Wingman

22m7.3

Nov 1, 2016

Mr. Chin asks Mr. Kim to be his wingman on a date, which is fine until Mrs. Kim tags along. Janet asks Jung to help her fix a dripping pipe at the store, but the repair is interrupted by an intruder.

Rude Kid

E6Rude Kid

22m7.2

Nov 15, 2016

Mr. Kim disciplines Janet's professor's kid, with unexpected results for Janet. Jung discovers that Kimchee has found a questionable way to make extra money.

Hapkido

E7Hapkido

22m7.3

Nov 22, 2016

Janet is taking a Hapkido class, but Mr. Kim questions her teacher's techniques. Jung runs into an old flame and Mrs. Kim tries to get them back together.

Service

E8Service

22m7.3

Nov 29, 2016

Mr. Kim offers the new female pastor some free items, which tests his and Mrs. Kim's relationship. Jung tries to be okay when Janet dates his friend.

Best Before

E9Best Before

22m7.5

Dec 6, 2016

Mr. Kim tries to prove to Janet that best before dates are meaningless. Mrs. Kim tries not to be embarrassed by her children at the church bazaar.

Janet's New Job

E10Janet's New Job

22m7.4

Dec 13, 2016

Janet is sick of working for free and looks for a new job.

Handyman

E11Handyman

22m7.4

Dec 20, 2016

Mr. Kim fixes a broken toilet for Kimchee, Jung hides out with Shannon and when Edwin drops by, Janet believes there's more to his relationship with Mrs. Kim.

Appa's Lump

E12Appa's Lump

22m7.4

Dec 27, 2016

Mr. Kim finds a lump on his back and Shannon brings Jung to a work event.

Family Singing Contest

E13Family Singing Contest

22m7.4

Dec 27, 2016

Before Janet can reveal her big news, she must survive the family singing festival at church. Mr. Kim gets attention for his new SUV.

Janet's Roommate

E1Janet's Roommate

22m8.0

Sep 26, 2017

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.

Business Award

E2Business Award

22m7.7

Oct 3, 2017

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.

House Guest

E3House Guest

22m7.7

Oct 10, 2017

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.

Cardboard Jung

E4Cardboard Jung

22m7.7

Oct 17, 2017

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.

Date Night

E5Date Night

22m8.0

Oct 24, 2017

Janet pressures Appa to make date night with Umma more special. Jung turns to Craigslist - and Shannon - to replace Kimchee's expensive sneakers.

Resting Place

E6Resting Place

22m8.0

Oct 31, 2017

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.

Sneak Attack

E7Sneak Attack

22m8.0

Nov 7, 2017

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.

Silent Auction

E8Silent Auction

22m8.0

Nov 14, 2017

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.

New TV

E9New TV

22m7.7

Nov 21, 2017

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.

Janet's Boyfriend

E10Janet's Boyfriend

22m8.0

Nov 28, 2017

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.

Good Neighbours

E11Good Neighbours

22m8.0

Dec 5, 2017

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.

Appa's First Text

E12Appa's First Text

22m7.7

Dec 12, 2017

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.

Handy Graduation

E13Handy Graduation

22m7.7

Dec 19, 2017

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.

New Appa-liance

E1New Appa-liance

22m7.7

Jan 8, 2019

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.

Cutie Pie

E2Cutie Pie

22m7.3

Jan 15, 2019

Appa tries to convince Umma that he's still attractive. Jung returns to Handy. Gerald's girlfriend makes herself at home.

Open Kimunication

E3Open Kimunication

22m7.7

Jan 22, 2019

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.

Thy Neighbour's Wifi

E4Thy Neighbour's Wifi

22m7.3

Jan 29, 2019

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.

Army Spoon

E5Army Spoon

22m7.7

Feb 5, 2019

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.

The Kim Cup

E6The Kim Cup

22m7.7

Feb 12, 2019

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.

Appanoon Delight

E7Appanoon Delight

22m8.0

Feb 19, 2019

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.

To Him It May Concern

E8To Him It May Concern

22m8.0

Feb 26, 2019

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.

Blabber Talker

E9Blabber Talker

22m7.7

Mar 5, 2019

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.

Elephant in the Room

E10Elephant in the Room

22m8.0

Mar 12, 2019

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.

Appanticitis

E11Appanticitis

22m8.0

Mar 19, 2019

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.

Hit 'n' Fun

E12Hit 'n' Fun

22m8.0

Mar 26, 2019

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.

Lord of the Ring

E13Lord of the Ring

22m8.0

Apr 2, 2019

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.

The Trollop

E1The Trollop

22m8.0

Jan 7, 2020

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.

Couch Surfing

E2Couch Surfing

22m8.0

Jan 14, 2020

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.

The Help

E3The Help

22m8.0

Jan 21, 2020

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?

Happy Ummaversary

E4Happy Ummaversary

22m8.0

Jan 28, 2020

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.

Thinkin’ ‘bout Inkin’

E5Thinkin’ ‘bout Inkin’

22m8.0

Feb 4, 2020

Janet considers a new tattoo. Jung and Shannon exchange five-week-iversary gifts. Umma and Appa discover some juicy gossip about Pastor Nina.

Soccer Dad

E6Soccer Dad

22m7.5

Feb 11, 2020

Appa unwittingly becomes Jung's soccer coach. Umma insists that Janet learn to cook. Shannon forces a birthday party on Stacie.

Beacon of Truth

E7Beacon of Truth

22m7.5

Feb 18, 2020

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.

Chammo!

E8Chammo!

22m7.5

Feb 25, 2020

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.

Which Witch Is Which

E9Which Witch Is Which

22m8.0

Mar 3, 2020

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.

In the Bedroom

E10In the Bedroom

22m7.5

Mar 10, 2020

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.

Birds of a Feather

E11Birds of a Feather

22m8.0

Mar 17, 2020

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.

Knife Strife

E12Knife Strife

22m7.0

Mar 24, 2020

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.

Bon Voyage

E13Bon Voyage

22m8.0

Mar 31, 2020

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.

Parking Pass

E1Parking Pass

22m8.0

Jan 19, 2021

Umma's new parking pass gives Appa an idea. Janet searches for more meaningful work. Shannon's mixup leads to an awkward situation for the Handy staff.

Channouncements

E2Channouncements

22m8.0

Jan 26, 2021

A new church member makes Umma feel cast aside; Appa becomes jealous of Janet's journaling. Shannon's decision to allow shorts in the office allows Terence to come out of his shell.

Appa & Linus

E3Appa & Linus

22m7.0

Feb 2, 2021

Appa destroys a piece of Gerald's childhood; Umma misrepresents herself to her support group. Shannon gets in the way of Kimchee's plan to visit Jung in California.

Tennis Anyone?

E4Tennis Anyone?

22m7.7

Feb 9, 2021

Umma and Appa try to fit in at an upscale tennis court. Shannon helps Omar deal with his over-eager family. Janet misjudges a co-worker.

A Tangled Web

E5A Tangled Web

22m8.0

Feb 16, 2021

Appa's nerves are tested when Nayoung arrives with a furry friend. Umma shares an uncomfortable lunch with Jung and Shannon. Bad timing makes Kimchee neglect a co-worker in need.

Cookie Monster

E6Cookie Monster

22m8.0

Feb 23, 2021

Appa finds marijuana in the house. Shannon throws a staff party that doesn't go as planned.

Chance Encounter

E7Chance Encounter

22m8.0

Mar 2, 2021

Appa and Kimchee enjoy an impromptu hangout together. Janet and Umma find an envelope of money in the store. Jung and Shannon struggle to watch TV together.

Slippery Slope

E8Slippery Slope

22m7.7

Mar 9, 2021

Appa worries about Umma after a minor household accident. Janet uses Jung's past to boost her reputation with students. A high school reunion has Kimchee thinking about an old flame.

Field of Schemes

E9Field of Schemes

22m7.5

Mar 16, 2021

Appa makes a controversial call when umpiring pastor Nina's baseball game; Janet gives Umma a sweater that turns out to be a bad fit; Jung and Kimchee babysit Gwen's niece.

Who's Pranking Who?

E10Who's Pranking Who?

22m8.0

Mar 23, 2021

Kimchee tries to impress the Handy district manager. Shannon inadvertently insults Umma's soup. Appa starts a prank war with Janet.

Matchy Matchy

E11Matchy Matchy

22m8.0

Mar 30, 2021

Umma tries to set Janet up with their new mason; Jung and Appa struggle to cope with a simple, kind gesture; Kimchee and Shannon can't get on the same page for employee evaluations.

Hugs & Prayers

E12Hugs & Prayers

22m7.7

Apr 6, 2021

Appa and Janet take a first aid course. Umma worries that her prayers may be backfiring. Shannon and Jung are finalists for a reality TV show.

E13Friends and Family

22m7.7

Apr 13, 2021

Jung gives Appa and Umma a business presentation for the store. Shannon and Kimchee's office teasing leads to a meaningful discovery for Kimchee.

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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.

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