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Season 1 – Pachinko

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Season 1 – Pachinko

2022

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The hopes and dreams of a Korean immigrant family across four generations as they leave their homeland in an indomitable quest to survive and thrive.

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Intricate yet intimate, Pachinko is a sweeping epic that captures the arc of history as well as the enduring bonds of family.

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Alison Herman

The Ringer

Pachinko proves itself an exceptional entry in the literary-hit-to-prestige-miniseries pipeline. The tears will flow, and every one is earned.

Jul 9, 2022

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Judy Berman

TIME Magazine

Justin Chon, as well as a uniformly excellent ensemble cast, beautifully conveys the sweep and spirit of the novel. The only major misstep is a structural choice that undermines Lee’s carefully paced storytelling.

Mar 30, 2022

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Melanie McFarland

Salon.com

This eight-episode season lacks for little, delivering satisfaction on a cellular level entirely on its own. For that same reason, eight episodes is not enough. Every rich moment satisfies, and each will make you ache for more.

Mar 29, 2022

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Jae-Ha Kim

Teen Vogue

“Pachinko” soars when it focuses on its revelatory female protagonist, but it has plot issues. We can celebrate Korean American creativity while also discussing the ways this series fails to recreate the thoughtfulness of the novel by Min Jin Lee.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jul 26, 2023

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M.X. Katyayani

OffColour.org

Ri Chang-won, 95, says, “I’m sure it must have been boring, but thank you for listening.” I doubt she’ll see this letter, but I hope it does; I want her to know that Pachinko means more to me than she will ever know.

Rated: 10/10

Jul 20, 2023

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Akhil Arora

Gadgets360

Rooted in its authentic presentation that spanned three continents and languages, Pachinko was also at once one of the most cinematic and best-looking TV shows of 2022.

Feb 18, 2023

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Rolando R

This series is a work of art. Everything- story, acting, cinematography, history, so beautiful and moving. Unforgettable.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/13/24

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Yohan K

The show has a unique powerful story with very little wasted screen time. It is simple yet beautifully told and the acting has been really commendable. This might be my favourite ongoing show at the moment. Deserves all the love and awards.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/09/24

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Beth E

Beautiful film that takes you to another part of the world. Don't be intimidated by the subtitles as the actors are brilliant and this story is timeless and universal in it's life lessons and emotion. The cinematography is stunning and truthful. The best film I have watched in a very long time!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/01/24

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Stephanie K

An incredible and beautiful story with heartbreak, joy and all the emotions that came from the lives of Korean women living during that era in history. It will break your heart and heal your soul all at once. One of the best series I’ve ever watched. So beautifully written and beautifully executed. An absolute gem to watch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/29/24

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Helma E

Pachinko season 1 is a must see for everyone! It travels to times and places who have never been and feels so intens and genuine that it stays in your mind! The actors are outstanding and the filming is so beautiful and every image is so breathtaking! For me the acting of Actor Lee Minho is outstanding ! As Hansu he brings a godfather vibe to the story that makes it so interesting! I loved the first season of Pachinko so much that I traveled to South Korea to see the beautiful scene’s myself! That was a great trip! I advise you all to see this beautiful serie!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/27/24

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Iolo J

Brilliant until episode 7 which is just another show entirely. I am totally confused by the narrative and backstory. How did the pastor become a gambler in hock to money men ? Nothing makes sense.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

10/24/24

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Youn Yuh-jung

Older Sunja

Lee Min-Ho

Hansu

Kim Min-ha

Teenage Sunja

Soji Arai

Mozasu

Jin Ha

Solomon

Episode 1

Aired Mar 25, 2022

Chapter One

In 1920s Korea, Yangjin and Hoonie shield their only child, Sunja, from the realities of life under colonial rule; in 1989, Solomon closes a big deal.

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Episode 2

Aired Mar 25, 2022

Chapter Two

Hansu opens Sunja's eyes to the world, but it inspires dreams that come at a price; Solomon attempts to leverage his Korean identity.

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Episode 3

Aired Mar 25, 2022

Chapter Three

Sunja discovers surprising new details about Hansu; Solomon looks to his grandmother for help.

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Episode 4

Aired Apr 1, 2022

Chapter Four

Newlywed Sunja embarks on a journey that takes her far from the comforts of home; Solomon gets ready for his big day.

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Episode 5

Aired Apr 8, 2022

Chapter Five

As she arrives in Japan with her husband, Sunja must depend on the help of others; Solomon copes with the aftermath of his deal.

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Episode 6

Aired Apr 15, 2022

Chapter Six

Sunja goes into premature labor; Isak grapples with a political awakening; Solomon finds Hana, his long-lost love.

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Episode 7

Aired Apr 22, 2022

Chapter Seven

As a young man in 1923 Yokohama, Hansu is thrown into a cataclysmic disaster that will change everything.

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Episode 8

Aired Apr 29, 2022

Chapter Eight

Sunja learns that Isak has been arrested and searches for him with the aid of her young son; Solomon makes a fateful decision.

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