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.
Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 04, 2023.
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Appa gives Janet unsolicited tips on taking better photos, much to her annoyance. Jung tries for a promotion at the car rental agency.
The episode was rated 7.43 from 442 votes.
Appa is skeptical when Gerald asks to take his photo for an assignment. Jung clashes with Kimchee at work.
The episode was rated 7.52 from 381 votes.
Appa's plan to offer customers a "gay discount" hits a few snags. Meanwhile, Umma pressures Janet to get a boyfriend.
The episode was rated 7.59 from 564 votes.
With his air conditioning on the fritz, Appa hires a repair person -- who's very chatty. Jung scores a bonus for a job well done. Janet's cousin visits.
The episode was rated 7.66 from 318 votes.
Eager to see Mr. Chin in a relationship, Appa offers to be his wingman. Janet asks Jung for help with a leaking pipe at the store.
The episode was rated 7.73 from 300 votes.
A new female pastor strikes a chord with Appa. Jung's worlds collide when his friend starts dating his sister.
The episode was rated 7.74 from 288 votes.
When Janet lands a new job that actually pays, Gerald steps in to fill her shoes at the convenience store.
The episode was rated 7.76 from 279 votes.
Curious how Kimchee suddenly has money to spare, Jung does some sleuthing. Appa gets into a dispute with Janet's professor over parenting styles.
The episode was rated 7.77 from 290 votes.
Are "Best Before" dates on canned food meaningless? Appa is about to find out. Meanwhile, Jung surprises his mom by helping out at church.
The episode was rated 7.81 from 285 votes.
Appa receives some distressing news, which he struggles to share. Jung accompanies Shannon to a work event.
The episode was rated 7.82 from 290 votes.
A mysterious gentleman pays Umma a surprise visit. Kimchee asks Appa for help with his broken toilet.
The episode was rated 7.86 from 281 votes.
Jung runs into an old flame at work. Meanwhile, Appa is less than impressed with the methods used by Janet's hapkido teacher.
The episode was rated 7.89 from 285 votes.
Umma tries to recruit Jung -- not Janet -- to sing at the church festival. Appa takes a shine to his swanky new ride.
The episode was rated 8.00 from 288 votes.
