Kim's Convenience

Available on Netflix Australia

Yes, Kim's Convenience is now available on Australia Netflix. It arrived for online streaming on January 20, 2022

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Synopsis

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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Cast

Akosua Amo-Adem
Akosua Amo-Adem
Paul Sun-Hyung Lee
Paul Sun-Hyung Lee
Jean Yoon
Jean Yoon
Andrea Bang
Andrea Bang
Simu Liu
Simu Liu
Andrew Phung
Andrew Phung
Nicole Power
Nicole Power
Ben Beauchemin
Ben Beauchemin
Michael Musi
Michael Musi
Ziad Ek
Ziad Ek

Episodes

Kim's Convenience: Season 1

Gay Discount
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Gay Discount

2016-10-11

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

Janet's Photos
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Janet's Photos

2016-10-11

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
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Ddongjeem and Umma's Picture

2016-10-18

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
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Frank and Nayoung

2016-10-25

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
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Wingman

2016-11-01

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
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Rude Kid

2016-11-15

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
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Hapkido

2016-11-22

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
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Service

2016-11-29

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
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Best Before

2016-12-06

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
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Janet's New Job

2016-12-13

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

Handyman
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Handyman

2016-12-20

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
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Appa's Lump

2016-12-27

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

Family Singing Contest
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Family Singing Contest

2016-12-27

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

Kim's Convenience: Season 2

Janet's Roommate
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Janet's Roommate

2017-09-26

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
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Business Award

2017-10-03

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
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House Guest

2017-10-10

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
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Cardboard Jung

2017-10-17

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
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Date Night

2017-10-24

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
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Resting Place

2017-10-31

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
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Sneak Attack

2017-11-07

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
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Silent Auction

2017-11-14

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
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New TV

2017-11-21

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
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Janet's Boyfriend

2017-11-28

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
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Good Neighbours

2017-12-05

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
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Appa's First Text

2017-12-12

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
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Handy Graduation

2017-12-19

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.

Kim's Convenience: Season 3

New Appa-liance
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New Appa-liance

2019-01-08

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
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Cutie Pie

2019-01-15

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

Open Kimunication
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Open Kimunication

2019-01-22

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
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Thy Neighbour's Wifi

2019-01-29

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
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Army Spoon

2019-02-05

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
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The Kim Cup

2019-02-12

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
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Appanoon Delight

2019-02-19

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
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To Him It May Concern

2019-02-26

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
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Blabber Talker

2019-03-05

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
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Elephant in the Room

2019-03-12

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
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Appanticitis

2019-03-19

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
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Hit 'n' Fun

2019-03-26

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
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Lord of the Ring

2019-04-02

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.

Kim's Convenience: Season 4

The Trollop
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The Trollop

2020-01-07

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
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Couch Surfing

2020-01-14

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
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The Help

2020-01-21

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
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Happy Ummaversary

2020-01-28

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’
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Thinkin’ ‘bout Inkin’

2020-02-04

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
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Soccer Dad

2020-02-11

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

Beacon of Truth
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Beacon of Truth

2020-02-18

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!
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Chammo!

2020-02-25

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
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Which Witch Is Which

2020-03-03

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
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In the Bedroom

2020-03-10

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
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Birds of a Feather

2020-03-17

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
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Knife Strife

2020-03-24

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
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Bon Voyage

2020-03-31

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.

Kim's Convenience: Season 5

Parking Pass
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Parking Pass

2021-01-19

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
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Channouncements

2021-01-26

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
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Appa & Linus

2021-02-02

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?
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Tennis Anyone?

2021-02-09

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
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A Tangled Web

2021-02-16

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
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Cookie Monster

2021-02-23

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

Chance Encounter
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Chance Encounter

2021-03-02

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
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Slippery Slope

2021-03-09

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
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Field of Schemes

2021-03-16

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?
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Who's Pranking Who?

2021-03-23

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

Matchy Matchy
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Matchy Matchy

2021-03-30

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
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Hugs & Prayers

2021-04-06

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.

Friends and Family
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Friends and Family

2021-04-13

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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