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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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.
The episode was rated 7.45 from 76 votes.
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.
The episode was rated 7.54 from 95 votes.
Appa and Umma come up with a new sleeping arrangement. Jung pursues a new career and tries to get Janet involved. Shannon and Kimchee discover a new, slightly terrifying side of Terence.
The episode was rated 7.56 from 90 votes.
Appa and Umma's plans for the future push Appa out of his comfort zone. Janet gets an internship overseas, and Jung and Kimchee explore new living arrangements.
The episode was rated 7.60 from 84 votes.
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.
The episode was rated 7.61 from 77 votes.
A lie from Janet's past hurts Appa's feelings but Umma wants Janet to keep the truth to herself. At Handy, Shannon and Jung struggle with workplace dating dynamics.
The episode was rated 7.62 from 81 votes.
Appa unwittingly becomes Jung's soccer coach. Umma insists that Janet should learn how to cook. Shannon forces a birthday party on Stacie.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 92 votes.
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 episode was rated 7.74 from 115 votes.
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\ at a staff meeting.
The episode was rated 7.77 from 100 votes.
Umma re-evaluates her role as a mother. Appa comes into money and tries to do a good thing with it. Jung and Shannon discover they have different concepts of what is sexy.
The episode was rated 7.77 from 93 votes.
Janet considers getting a new tattoo; Jung and Shannon exchange "five-week-iversary" gifts. Umma and Appa discover some juicy gossip about Pastor Nina.
The episode was rated 7.78 from 96 votes.
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 canceled engagement and faces an awkward night out with Nathan.
The episode was rated 7.79 from 118 votes.
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 Jung is unsure if he will make a move.
The episode was rated 7.88 from 107 votes.
