The essential episodes of Pachinko
Watch these 15 in order and you've got Pachinko — each pick states its reason.
- 01
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.
- 02
Hansu opens Sunja's eyes to the world, but it inspires dreams that come at a price. Solomon attempts to leverage his Korean identity.
- 03
Sunja discovers surprising new details about Hansu. Solomon looks to his grandmother for help.
- 04
Newlywed Sunja embarks on an epic journey that takes her far from the comforts of home. Solomon gets ready for his big day.
- 05
Sunja goes into premature labor while Isak grapples with a political awakening. Solomon finds Hana, his long-lost love.
- 06
As a young man in 1923 Yokohama, Hansu is thrown into a cataclysmic disaster that will change everything.
- 07
Season finale. Sunja learns that Isak has been arrested and searches for him with the aid of her young son. Solomon makes a fateful decision.
- 08
World War II forces Sunja to make dangerous decisions for her family's survival. Pushed to the edge, Solomon takes a stand.
- 09
The family reunites with a loved one and confronts a harsh reality. Solomon makes a discovery that could prove beneficial.
- 10
Sunja and the children flee Osaka only to find their new location has its own challenges. Solomon's past leads him to new beginnings.
- 11
As new relationships blossom, a tragedy threatens to destroy everything. Sunja meets a close friend of Solomon's.
- 12
The family's fight for survival begins anew as WWII reaches the home front. A surprise figure thwarts Solomon's perfect plan.
- 13
Five years after the war has ended, Hansu is at the top of the criminal underworld—but his riches come at a great price.
- 14
Mr. Kim faces a difficult choice: the woman he loves or his homeland. Both Solomon and Mozasu execute ruthless plans.
- 15
Noa uncovers a devastating truth. Solomon learns of an old enemy's fate. Sunja must decide between her past and her future.
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