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Kim's Convenience

2016·Show
65Episodes in5Seasons·TV-14
81
GreatGoodWatch score

Kim's Convenience fingerprint

Big heart, funny.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Heartwarming and moving

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Wholesome9
  • Pathos8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Cringe Humor6

World

Everyday modern life, family, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

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.
Multicultural Family SitcomHeartfelt & FunnyKorean-Canadian IdentityEnsemble Cast ChemistryRelatable Parent-Child ConflictSmall Business LifeWarm Community VibesSharp DialogueEmotional Resonance

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Kim's Convenience

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Kim's Convenience legally?

Kim's Convenience is included with a subscription to Netflix, Peacock, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Kim's Convenience worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 8.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Kim's Convenience rated?

TV-14Strong languageViolence

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and violence.

How many seasons does Kim's Convenience have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 65 episodes of about 22 minutes each.

When did Kim's Convenience air?

It ran from 2016 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is Kim's Convenience in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch Kim's Convenience?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Kim's Convenience in 92 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Kim's Convenience use?

What Happened to the Mouse?Fan DisserviceShip SinkingAccidental MisnamingFollow in My FootstepsNo Name GivenRacial Face BlindnessMalaproperParental Sexuality SquickPotty EmergencyStraw MisogynistLet Us Never Speak of This Againand 118 more

TV Tropes lists 130 storytelling tropes for Kim's Convenience, including What Happened to the Mouse?, Fan Disservice, Ship Sinking.