TV series
Family comedy. In store.
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.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Checked Sep 5, 2026
Kim's Convenience is available to stream on Peacock and Peacock Premium in United States. You can also buy it from Amazon. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
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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Episode 1
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.
Directed by Peter WellingtonWritten by Ins Choi, Kevin WhiteGuest stars Tony Nappo, Sana Asad, Getenesh Berhe, Marco Grazzini, John Ng, Sugith Varughese, Benjamin Beauchemin, Michael Musi
Episode 2
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.
Directed by Peter WellingtonWritten by Matt KippenGuest stars Shaleen Mulvany, Harveen Sandhu, David MacLean, John Ng, Gavin Williams, Ellora Patnaik, Rodrigo Fernandez-Stoll, Derek McGrath
Episode 3
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.
Directed by Peter WellingtonWritten by Ins Choi, Kevin WhiteGuest stars Morgan Kohan, Lynne Griffin, Getenesh Berhe, John Ng, Amanda Brugel, Benjamin Beauchemin, Michael Musi
Episode 4
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.
Directed by Dawn WilkinsonWritten by Ins Choi, Kevin WhiteGuest stars Soo-Ram Kim, Jordan Pettle, Maika Harper, Rachelle Casseus, Ken Mohabir, Isaak Bailey, William Healy, Imanuel Brown
Episode 5
Janet pressures Appa to make date night with Umma more special. Jung turns to Craigslist - and Shannon - to replace Kimchee's expensive sneakers.
Directed by Aleysa YoungWritten by Ins Choi, Kat SandlerGuest stars Tim Progosh, Todd Campbell, Jamillah Ross, Artur Adamski, Andrew Bee, John Ng
Episode 6
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.
Directed by Peter WellingtonWritten by Anita KapilaGuest stars Taborah Johnson, Ardon Bess, Gabrielle Graham, Brandon McKnight, Keith Kemps, Rodrigo Fernandez-Stoll, Sugith Varughese, Amanda Brugel
Episode 7
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.
Directed by Aleysa YoungWritten by Garry CampbellGuest stars Jess Salgueiro, Won-jae Lee, Izaak Smith, Onyekachi Ejim, Gina Kash Dineen, Wilfred Lee, Kimmy Choi, Sarah Kim
Episode 8
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.
Directed by Dawn WilkinsonWritten by Anita KapilaGuest stars Harveen Sandhu, Richard Young, Kim Roberts, Sharon Forrester, Sana Asad, Lawrence Cotton, Obssa Ahmed, Earl McLean Jr.
Episode 9
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.
Directed by Renuka JeyapalanWritten by Kevin White, Nadiya ChettiarGuest stars Uni Park, Amrit Kaur, Manuel Rodriguez-Saenz, Aaliyah Cinello, Elie Gemael, Alexia Boyagian, Joey Nijem, Katrina Chalhoub-Begin
Episode 10
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.
Directed by Renuka JeyapalanWritten by Matt KippenGuest stars Ashleigh Rains, Mark Sparks, Gia Sandhu, Marco Grazzini, Ellora Patnaik, Sugith Varughese, Benjamin Beauchemin, Michael Musi
Episode 11
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.
Directed by Siobhan DevineWritten by Nadiya Chettiar, Carly StoneGuest stars Gia Sandhu, Hrant Alianak, Adam Bernett, Derek McGrath, Amanda Brugel, Benjamin Beauchemin, Michael Musi, Gabriella Sundar Singh
Episode 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.
Directed by Peter WellingtonWritten by Kevin White, Carly StoneGuest stars Tammy Isbell, Reetu Bambrah, Joe Delfin, Miguel Anthony, Darren Gallo, Paulyne Wei, Kayla Lorette, William Webster
Episode 13
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.
Directed by Peter WellingtonWritten by Kevin White, Matt Kippen, Anita KapilaGuest stars John Ng, Rodrigo Fernandez-Stoll, Benjamin Beauchemin, Michael Musi
Episode information updated Sep 18, 2026
Paul Sun-Hyung LeeAppa
Jean YoonUmma
Andrea BangJanet Kim
Simu LiuJung Kim
Andrew PhungKimchee Han
Nicole PowerShannon
Hrant AlianakBaran
Uni ParkMrs. Park
CBC TelevisionCanada
Thunderbird EntertainmentCanada
