Run the Burbs

Synopsis

Follow the Phams, a young, bold Vietnamese-South Asian-Canadian family taking a different approach to living life to the fullest, while changing the way we think about contemporary family values and life in the burbs.

First Air Date: 2022-01-05

Last Air Date: 2024-04-02

Number of Seasons: 3

Number of Episodes: 38

Created By: Scott Townend, Andrew Phung

Networks: CBC Television

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Top Cast

Andrew Phung as Andrew Pham
Rakhee Morzaria as Camille Pham
Zoriah Wong as Khia Pham
Roman Pesino as Leo Pham
Julie Nolke as Sam
Jonathan Langdon as Hudson
Samantha Wan as Cathy
Candy Palmater as Candy
Chris Locke as Sebastian
Aurora Browne as Barb

Seasons

Season 1 (2022) - (12 Episodes)

Season 2 (2023) - (13 Episodes)

Season 3 (2024) - (13 Episodes)

Season 1 (2022)

Run the Burbs follows the Phams, a young, bold Vietnamese-South Asian-Canadian family taking a different approach to living life to the fullest, while changing the way we think about contemporary family values and life in the burbs.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Blockbuster (2022-01-05)

Camille seeks out a permit for the neighbourhood block party while Andrew asks an elusive neighbour to perform as the surprise musical guest. At Bubble Bae, Khia discovers new feelings for Mannix.
Ep. 2: Heatwave (2022-01-12)

Camille and Andrew are invited to the new neighbours’ pool but must cancel on Hudson first. At Bubble Bae, Khia paints a mural and seeks validation. Andrew struggles when Leo goes to overnight camp.
Ep. 3: Carol The Conqueror (2022-01-19)

Andrew competes with his sister Carol as Camille worries about Ramesh online dating. Khia enlists Leo’s help with chores.
Ep. 4: Let's Go to the Movies (2022-01-26)

Andrew and Khia play matchmaker for Sebastian. At work, Camille struggles with a firing spree and Ramesh helps Leo unclog his “mind palace.”
Ep. 5: Independence Day (2022-02-23)

Andrew tests Leo’s ability to walk to school alone as Camille takes a reluctant Khia bra shopping. Ramesh takes a stand at Bubble Bae when he learns he’s not a regular customer.
Ep. 6: First Date Date (2022-03-02)

Andrew and Camille try to relive their very first date as Sam babysits Leo. Khia struggles with what to write in Mannix’s birthday card.
Ep. 7: Phamily Matters (2022-03-09)

Khia’s guidance counsellor helps Andrew make a big decision. Camille struggles to cater an event. Hudson and Ramesh help Cathy with her taxes.
Ep. 8: Raccoon Fever (2022-03-16)

A group of raccoons distract Andrew from his school work. Camille and Barb team up to catch a graffiti bandit. Ramesh struggles to understand Khia’s connection to Pride.
Ep. 9: Li Xi (2022-03-23)

As they celebrate Vietnamese Lunar New Year, Andrew worries about his parents’ relationship. Camille pitches her business to Andrew’s mother and the kids get into trouble with their business start up.
Ep. 10: Phamily Games Night (2022-03-30)

Andrew and Camille use games night to help Hudson. Ramesh worries Barb doesn’t think he’s expressive enough. Khia plans a movie night for Mannix.
Ep. 11: Forever Young (2022-04-06)

Determined to prove they’re cool, Andrew and Camille have a night on the town. Leo helps Hudson face the music. Ramesh and Sebastian play backgammon.
Ep. 12: This Is Your Day (2022-04-13)

Andrews brings together the neighbourhood as his perfect graduation plans are threatened. Camille wants to quit her job. Khia gets bad news from Mannix.