Kim's Convenience 2016
“Family comedy. In store.”
What is Kim's Convenience?
Kim's Convenience is a Canadian television sitcom that premiered on CBC Television in October 2016. The series focuses on the lives of the Kim family, a Korean-Canadian family that operates a convenience store located in downtown Toronto.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2016
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 65
- Runtime
- 22 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 11, 2016
- Last aired
- Apr 13, 2021
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- CA
- Networks
- CBC Television
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
Kim's Convenience is a Canadian television sitcom that premiered on CBC Television in October 2016. The series focuses on the lives of the Kim family, a Korean-Canadian family that operates a convenience store located in downtown Toronto. The parents, known as Appa and Umma, immigrated to Toronto during the 1980s to establish their business near Regent Park. They have two children, Jung and Janet, who are now young adults. The narrative explores the family dynamics and the challenges of running their shop. A central plot point involves an estrangement between Appa and his son, Jung. This conflict originated when Jung was sixteen years old, following a physical fight and an incident involving stolen money that resulted in Jung leaving the family home. Since that time, the father and son have remained estranged. The show is categorized as a family comedy that depicts the experiences of the Kims as they navigate their relationships and daily life in the city.
Should you watch it?
“A Korean-Canadian family navigates life and relationships while operating a convenience store in downtown Toronto.”
- engaging family dynamics
- authentic cultural representation
- features ongoing family estrangement
- includes past conflict
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven stories about immigrant family life and reconciling complex relationships.
The series contains themes of family conflict and past physical altercations.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Gay Discount Oct 11, 2016
- E2 Janet's Photos Oct 11, 2016
- E3 Ddongjeem and Umma's Picture Oct 18, 2016
- E4 Frank and Nayoung Oct 25, 2016
- E5 Wingman Nov 1, 2016
- E6 Rude Kid Nov 15, 2016
- E7 Hapkido Nov 22, 2016
- E8 Service Nov 29, 2016
- E9 Best Before Dec 6, 2016
- E10 Janet's New Job Dec 13, 2016
- E11 Handyman Dec 20, 2016
- E12 Appa's Lump Dec 27, 2016
- E13 Family Singing Contest Dec 27, 2016
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Janet's Roommate Sep 26, 2017
- E2 Business Award Oct 3, 2017
- E3 House Guest Oct 10, 2017
- E4 Cardboard Jung Oct 17, 2017
- E5 Date Night Oct 24, 2017
- E6 Resting Place Oct 31, 2017
- E7 Sneak Attack Nov 7, 2017
- E8 Silent Auction Nov 14, 2017
- E9 New TV Nov 21, 2017
- E10 Janet's Boyfriend Nov 28, 2017
- E11 Good Neighbours Dec 5, 2017
- E12 Appa's First Text Dec 12, 2017
- E13 Handy Graduation Dec 19, 2017
Season 3 · 13 episodes
- E1 New Appa-liance Jan 8, 2019
- E2 Cutie Pie Jan 15, 2019
- E3 Open Kimunication Jan 22, 2019
- E4 Thy Neighbour's Wifi Jan 29, 2019
- E5 Army Spoon Feb 5, 2019
- E6 The Kim Cup Feb 12, 2019
- E7 Appanoon Delight Feb 19, 2019
- E8 To Him It May Concern Feb 26, 2019
- E9 Blabber Talker Mar 5, 2019
- E10 Elephant in the Room Mar 12, 2019
- E11 Appanticitis Mar 19, 2019
- E12 Hit 'n' Fun Mar 26, 2019
- E13 Lord of the Ring Apr 2, 2019
Season 4 · 13 episodes
- E1 The Trollop Jan 7, 2020
- E2 Couch Surfing Jan 14, 2020
- E3 The Help Jan 21, 2020
- E4 Happy Ummaversary Jan 28, 2020
- E5 Thinkin’ ‘bout Inkin’ Feb 4, 2020
- E6 Soccer Dad Feb 11, 2020
- E7 Beacon of Truth Feb 18, 2020
- E8 Chammo! Feb 25, 2020
- E9 Which Witch Is Which Mar 3, 2020
- E10 In the Bedroom Mar 10, 2020
- E11 Birds of a Feather Mar 17, 2020
- E12 Knife Strife Mar 24, 2020
- E13 Bon Voyage Mar 31, 2020
Season 5 · 13 episodes
- E1 Parking Pass Jan 19, 2021
- E2 Channouncements Jan 26, 2021
- E3 Appa & Linus Feb 2, 2021
- E4 Tennis Anyone? Feb 9, 2021
- E5 A Tangled Web Feb 16, 2021
- E6 Cookie Monster Feb 23, 2021
- E7 Chance Encounter Mar 2, 2021
- E8 Slippery Slope Mar 9, 2021
- E9 Field of Schemes Mar 16, 2021
- E10 Who's Pranking Who? Mar 23, 2021
- E11 Matchy Matchy Mar 30, 2021
- E12 Hugs & Prayers Apr 6, 2021
- E13 Friends and Family Apr 13, 2021
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
It follows the lives of the Kim family as they run a convenience store in Toronto.
Who are the main characters?
The show centers on Mr. and Mrs. Kim and their two children, Jung and Janet.
Where does the show take place?
The story is set in a convenience store located in downtown Toronto.
Is there conflict in the family?
Yes, the father and son have been estranged since a major falling out when the son was sixteen.
When did the parents arrive in Canada?
Mr. and Mrs. Kim immigrated to Toronto in the 1980s.