Series synopsis
Kim's Convenience is a Canadian comedy television series that premiered on CBC Television on October 11, 2016. It ended on April 13, 2021. It was created by Kevin White, Ins Choi. It stars Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Jean Yoon, Andrea Bang and Simu Liu.
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.
Premise
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.
Premise: Family comedy. In store.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as Appa
- Jean Yoon as Umma
- Andrea Bang as Janet Kim
- Simu Liu as Jung Kim
- Andrew Phung as Kimchee Han
- Nicole Power as Shannon
Guest cast
- Andy Yu as Job Applicant
- Alexander Nunez as Boy Toy
- Thom Allison as Therese
- Ali Badshah as Terry
- Shaleen Mulvany as Fatima
- Louisa Martin as Photo Customer
- Roshel London as Trish's Daughter
- Marcel Stewart as Scratch and Win Customer
- Sarena Parmar as Esi
- Dylan Casanova as Noah
- Khalon Nash as Vijay
- Andrew Jaehyun Park as Korean Server
Episodes
This series spans 6 seasons with 104 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 39 | October 11, 2016 | October 11, 2016 |
| Season 1 | 13 | October 11, 2016 | December 27, 2016 |
| Season 2 | 13 | September 26, 2017 | December 19, 2017 |
| Season 3 | 13 | January 8, 2019 | April 2, 2019 |
| Season 4 | 13 | January 7, 2020 | March 31, 2020 |
| Season 5 | 13 | January 19, 2021 | April 13, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | What is Kim's Convenience About? | October 11, 2016 |
| 2 | Kim's Convenience: From Stage to Screen | October 11, 2016 |
| 3 | Inside "Convenience Store" Culture | October 11, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Gay Discount Mr. Kim offers a gay discount at the store, while Mrs. Kim tries to find Janet a cool, Christian, Korean boyfriend. |
October 11, 2016 |
| 2 |
Janet's Photos 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. |
October 11, 2016 |
| 3 |
Ddongjeem and Umma's Picture 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. |
October 18, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Janet's Roommate 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. |
September 26, 2017 |
| 2 |
Business Award 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. |
October 3, 2017 |
| 3 |
House Guest 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. |
October 10, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
New Appa-liance 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. |
January 8, 2019 |
| 2 |
Cutie Pie Appa tries to convince Umma that he's still attractive. Jung returns to Handy. Gerald's girlfriend makes herself at home. |
January 15, 2019 |
| 3 |
Open Kimunication 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. |
January 22, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Trollop 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. |
January 7, 2020 |
| 2 |
Couch Surfing 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. |
January 14, 2020 |
| 3 |
The Help 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? |
January 21, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Parking Pass 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. |
January 19, 2021 |
| 2 |
Channouncements 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. |
January 26, 2021 |
| 3 |
Appa & Linus 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. |
February 2, 2021 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CBC Television |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 11, 2016 |
| Last aired | April 13, 2021 |
| Runtime | 22 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Tuesday at 20:00:00 |