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“History rejected them, but survival defined them.”
Epic in scope and intimate in tone, 'Pachinko' follows 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. The narrative spans from the Japanese colonial rule in Korea through World War II and into the late 20th century, centering around Sunja, who grows from a resilient young girl into a matriarch navigating exile, discrimination, and the complex bonds of family. Alternating between historical struggles and the modern-day corporate and personal challenges faced by her ambitious grandson, Solomon, the series explores themes of identity, belonging, generational trauma, and the pursuit of a better life. Through masterful storytelling, it illuminates the overlooked experiences of Zainichi Koreans and the heavy sacrifices made by those who sought a future far from home.
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Epic and sweeping, Season 1 introduces the generational saga of a Korean family, beginning with young Sunja's life under Japanese colonial rule and her fateful relationship with wealthy broker Koh Hansu, leading to her migration to Japan with minister Baek Isak.
Continuing the sprawling historical drama, Season 2 shifts into the harrowing years of World War II in Osaka, detailing how Sunja and her family navigate survival, danger, and shifting loyalties, while Solomon confronts high-stakes corporate pressures in 1989 Tokyo.
