Run the Burbs — Season 1
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 fami
About this season
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 (12)
1. Blockbuster
Aired 5 January 2022 • 22 min
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.
2. Heatwave
Aired 12 January 2022 • 22 min
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.
3. Carol The Conqueror
Aired 19 January 2022 • 22 min
Andrew competes with his sister Carol as Camille worries about Ramesh online dating. Khia enlists Leo’s help with chores.
4. Let's Go to the Movies
Aired 26 January 2022 • 22 min
Andrew and Khia play matchmaker for Sebastian. At work, Camille struggles with a firing spree and Ramesh helps Leo unclog his “mind palace.”
5. Independence Day
Aired 23 February 2022 • 22 min
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.
6. First Date Date
Aired 2 March 2022 • 22 min
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.
7. Phamily Matters
Aired 9 March 2022 • 22 min
Khia’s guidance counsellor helps Andrew make a big decision. Camille struggles to cater an event. Hudson and Ramesh help Cathy with her taxes.
8. Raccoon Fever
Aired 16 March 2022 • 22 min
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.
9. Li Xi
Aired 23 March 2022 • 22 min
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.
10. Phamily Games Night
Aired 30 March 2022 • 22 min
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.
11. Forever Young
Aired 6 April 2022 • 22 min
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.
12. This Is Your Day
Aired 13 April 2022 • 22 min
Andrews brings together the neighbourhood as his perfect graduation plans are threatened. Camille wants to quit her job. Khia gets bad news from Mannix.