COLLECTION · Series · 2002

Kath & Kim

Name: Kath & Kim
Genre: Comedy
Duration: 30 min
Rating: 7.4

Kath & Kim is a character-driven Australian television situation comedy series. The series was created by, and is written by Jane Turner and Gina Riley who play the title characters: a suburban mother and daughter with a dysfunctional relationship. The series main characters consist of Kath Day-Knight, a cheerful 50-year-old woman, her self-indulgent daughter Kim Craig, Kath's boyfriend and second husband, the metrosexual Kel Knight, as well as Kim's estranged husband Brett Craig and her lonely, overweight "second best friend" Sharon Strzelecki. The series is set in the fictional suburb of Fountain Lakes in Melbourne. It is primarily filmed in Patterson Lakes. The series was conceived by Turner and Riley in the early 1990s as a weekly segment of the Australian comedy series Fast Forward. The skit was then developed into a full-series. The first series of Kath & Kim premiered on ABC TV on 16 May 2002, with three further series following, while a television movie, entitled Da Kath and Kim Code, was broadcast nationally on 25 November 2005. Kath & Kim has garnered much critical acclaim since its debut, winning two Logie Awards, for "Outstanding Comedy Programme" and the "Best Television Drama Series" award at the Australian Film Institute Awards. In Australia, it has become a pop culture phenomenon, and is a success with audiences nationwide. Internationally, the series has spawned a cult fanbase, and in 2006 it was announced an American version of the series would be produced, to air on NBC. Riley and Turner served as executive producers on the US version. The American version was also picked up by Seven, which debuted the program on 12 October 2008, just three days after its debut in the United States.

Source: TMDB

* 7.4 (23)ComedyAustralia

Creators

Gina Riley · Jane Turner

Countries

Australia

Studios

Seven Network · Riley Turner Productions

Runtime

25–30 min/ep

Age rating

TV-MA

Release

16/05/2002

Score

7.4 / 10 (23)

Awards and nominations

Best Screenplay in a Television Drama
Best Comedy Series - Sitcom or Sketch
Best Screenplay in a Television

Where to watch

Streaming

Netflix

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Seasons and episodes

Specials

47 episodes · 2005

Episode 1. Da Kath and Kim Code

2005-11-27 · 82 min

The Kath and Kim TV movie. Kel and Kath have just been on an overseas tour based on the international blockbuster, The Da Vinci Code. They return to Fountain Lakes refreshed and ready to gear up for Christmas Day in just two weeks’ time.…

Episode 2. "Look At Me"

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Episode 3. "Being Stew-pid"

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Episode 4. "That's ny-ioce, that's different, that's un-ewes-yewl"

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Episode 5. "Kim & Brett's connubials"

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Episode 6. "Wine Time"

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Episode 7. "Team with the theme"

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Episode 8. What's eating her?

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Episode 9. Thank you

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Episode 10. Doin'it hard

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Episode 11. B.U.M.

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Episode 12. Sacked

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Episode 13. Another Chance

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Episode 14. In the gene

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Episode 15. He's gay

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Episode 16. Jefferey Archer

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Episode 17. Not pretty

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Episode 18. "Look at Me" 2

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Episode 19. "Being Stewpid" 2

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Episode 20. Hair

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Episode 21. Packing

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Episode 22. Chooky

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Episode 23. Foxy Moron

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Episode 24. History

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Episode 25. Visa

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Episode 26. Emilio

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Episode 27. Cheesecake

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Episode 28. Press Trailer

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Episode 29. Team with the moves

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Episode 30. Yumor

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Episode 31. Wine Time

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Episode 32. Bit of Huffy Puffy

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Episode 33. Get the Gist

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Episode 34. More Kath & Kim

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Episode 35. Heart

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Episode 36. More Yumorous

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Episode 37. Wine Time

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Episode 38. Aussie, Aussie, Aussie

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Episode 39. Stuff 'im

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Episode 40. Really Get the Gist!

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Episode 41. The Souvenir Editions 1 - The Very Special: Two Weddings and…No Funeral

2012-08-19 · 49 min

Sharon gets engaged to a Shane Warne impersonator. Kath and Kel's wedding is complicated by excessive Dutch courage and an unpredictable horse.

Episode 42. The Souvenir Editions 2 - The Very Very Special

2012-08-26 · 48 min

While Kim plays corporate wife to help Brett get promoted, Sharon tries Irish step dancing. Kim learns Brett will inherit his dying mother's penthouse.

Episode 43. The Souvenir Editions 3 - The Very Very Good Special

2012-09-02 · 49 min

At the races, Kath and Kim mingle with celebs while Sharon flirts with a jockey. Retailer of the Year Kel gets a big head and scuffles with Eric Bana.

Episode 44. The Souvenir Editions 4 - The Extremely Very Special

2012-09-09 · 47 min

Kath, Kim and the gang attend a film premiere. Epponnee's possible future is revealed. Kath develops a crush on Kel's best friend, Sandy.

Episode 45. Kath & Kimderella

2012-09-06 · 86 min

Fountain Lakes' foxy ladies who turn more than just heads when they go on an overseas trip and end up being the centre of their very own fairytale.

Episode 46. Kath & Kim: Our Effluent Life

2022-11-20 · 69 min

Catch up with Kath and Kim, their husbands Kel and Brett, and Kim’s second best friend Sharon, who are celebrating 20 years of being classy.

Episode 47. Kath & Kim: 20 Preposterous Years

2022-11-21 · 66 min

Comedians and more famous fans speak to the lasting brilliance of "Kath & Kim," while behind-the-scenes footage reveals years of on-set hijinks.

Season 1

8 episodes · 2002

As Kath prepares to wed fine-meats purveyor Kel, her daughter Kim moves back home after becoming disillusioned with her two-month marriage to Brett.

Episode 1. Sex

2002-05-16 · 26 min

Kath Day is enjoying life as an empty nester until her recently married daughter Kim moves back in. To Kim's disgust, Kath has a lover and they're going for it like rabbits. Kath has a feeling in her waters that Kel is about to make their…

Episode 2. Gay

2002-05-23 · 26 min

Brett's relationship with a 75kg Rottweiler by the name of Cujo has Kim's nose out of joint. She's out to sow her rolled oats and, with encouragement from Sharon, they go speed dating at the local pub. Meanwhile Kath is concerned that…

Episode 3. Sport

2002-05-30 · 25 min

Wedding preparations for Kath and Kel's big day are well underway. Kel puts his skills as a fine purveyor of meat to the test as he begins to design a commemorative sausage for the connubials. The future of the Sharon's netball team and…

Episode 4. Fat

2002-06-06 · 26 min

Kath's wedding plans are thrown into chaos when she discovers that Kim has really stacked on the weight and doesn't fit into her bridesmaid's dress. Sharon discovers self-help and motivational books and considers marriage counselling as a…

Episode 5. Old

2002-06-13 · 26 min

Kath's flat out organising the wedding and the stress is starting to show. Comments about her looks are making her worry that Kel is losing interest. When Kel stands Kath up one too many times, Kath is determined to move on without him.…

Episode 6. Money

2002-06-20 · 27 min

Kath is scrimping and saving money to pay for the ritziest fairytale-style wedding on her own. After gambling and competitions fail to raise the much-needed cash, Kath organises a lingerie party with Kim and Sharon modelling the…

Episode 7. Party

2002-06-27 · 25 min

Kath Day's wedding is weeks away and Kim organises a top hens night. With a stick on bra, fake tan and a one-sleeved top, Kath is ready to party. However things go horribly wrong when they unwittingly imbibe some illicit substances. And…

Episode 8. Wedding

2002-07-04 · 24 min

The day of the ritziest fairy tale wedding has arrived. With punch served from the rubbish bin and a tarp over the clothesline, the guests arrive at 4.45pm for a 4.46pm start. A unique chain of events leads to a nuptials that no one will…

Season 2

8 episodes · 2003

Kath and Kel adjust to living together as a newly married couple and face getting older head-on. Meanwhile, Kim embarks on a new project: having a baby.

Episode 1. The Announcement

2003-09-18 · 27 min

Kim Craig nee Day's marriage is still up the proverbial and newlywed Kath Day-Knight's libido has gone awol. They both look deep inside their chasms and think outside the box with some very positive results.

Episode 2. Inside Out

2003-09-25 · 25 min

Although Kel is getting right up Kath's goat - literally - they find they still have some marital niggles to iron out. Brett has finally popped the ""R"" word and Kim's head is filled with nothing but silly putty.

Episode 3. The Moon

2003-10-02 · 25 min

Look out peoples! Kimmy is bored. Brett is working forty eight hours straight, Sharon has a new best friend and Kath is in the roof looking for her vanity. Will Kimmy succumb and go to the stupid school reunion? If so what will she wear?

Episode 4. Obsession

2003-10-09 · 25 min

Kath and Kel's new eating plan is leaving them totally shagged but not in the way they would like. Unlucky in love Sharon decides to take positive steps to improve her vavavavoom. Meanwhile Kim is helping Brett on his career projectory.

Episode 5. My Boyfriend

2003-10-16 · 25 min

It's on! Sharon has a boyfriend and pash rash 24/7. Kim and Brett's marital issues come to a head whilst shopping in IKEA. Kath has the inkstinks for floral designs.

Episode 6. Another Announcement

2003-10-23 · 23 min

Kath and Kel are rattling around in that big house and Kath thinks Kel has genes to die for. Kim becomes gropable when Brett won't talk about his privates. Sharon has a calling.

Episode 7. The Shower

2003-10-30 · 25 min

Kim doesn't give a fat rats that Tina isn't coming to the baby shower as long as she drops off a present. Kath's head is screwed on backwards when Kel's mate Sandy Freckle arrives.

Episode 8. The Hideous Truth

2003-11-06 · 24 min

Brett's got to be at Computacity Maribynong for the grand opening and misses Kim's labour. Kim gets a rude shock and everyone's past catches up with them.

Season 3

8 episodes · 2004

Forced to move in with Kath and Kel, Kim and Brett try to finagle a way into a home of their own again. Meanwhile, Sharon dates a couple of new men.

Episode 1. Cactus Hour

2004-10-07 · 25 min

Like her wine time nuts, Kath's feelings are mixed at this late stage when Gary arrives back to stake his claim. Kel is hamstrung as Gary has Kath over a barrel. Meanwhile, Kim is loving herself sick as a new mum. She is blown away at how…

Episode 2. The Mango Espadrille

2004-10-14 · 26 min

With their fascinators on and Fleur De Lys Picolos in hand, Kath and Kim hit the races. They mingle with celebrities (C-list), while Sharon gets lucky with a very little racing identity. Brett has a reality check when he babysits lil'…

Episode 3. Sitting on a Pile

2004-10-21 · 25 min

Kim counts her chicken feet before they hatch as a family crisis takes Brett and Epponnee to the Gold Coast. Meanwhile, Kath feels that she and Kel have been too into each other - you know, physically - and they decide to spread their…

Episode 4. Kicking Up a Stink

2004-10-28 · 25 min

Kimmy kicks up a major stink in her bid to trim down as Sharon discovers her inner fascist at Boot Camp. Meanwhile, Kel's palm pilot is up to pussy's bow, but Kath can't find a window.

Episode 5. Hello Nails!

2004-11-04 · 25 min

Hooray! Sharon's got a date. Kim gives Sharon a major makeover and all fingers are crossed. All stops are out in a nail-biting sequence when Kath and Kel try to update their home theatre system (I mean it is almost three years old).…

Episode 6. High and Dry

2004-11-11 · 24 min

Kim has always seen herself in a cul-de-sac, but Brett has bigger plans. His exciting news means Kim has to pull her considerable weight financially. Ditto Kath, whose new career venture has her stimulated big time, and that is good for…

Episode 7. Foxy on the Run

2004-11-18 · 26 min

Fifty is the new forty in the Day-Knight household, and Kath plans a celebration for Kel and pulls out all the stops for a Nibbles to end all Nibbles. Meanwhile, the jury is still out on Sharon's godmother status, and Kim gets holier than…

Episode 8. 99% Fat Free

2004-11-25 · 24 min

Look at moi! Look at moi! Look at Kylie! International pop icon Kylie Minogue makes a special guest appearance at Lagoon Court. Meanwhile, what is to become of Kath and Kel, after Dr Ng tells them to go fat free? Kim and Brett are at…

Season 4

8 episodes · 2007

When Kim finds out Brett has behaved badly, she makes him pay dearly. Kath and Kel consider buying a new home. Sharon finally gets lucky in love.

Episode 1. Holiday

2007-08-19 · 24 min

To try and re-invigorate his marriage, Brett decides a romantic trip away to tropical Queensland could be just what is needed. Elsewhere, Kath is feeling flat and Sharon is accused of the greatest sporting crime of all.

Episode 2. Fame

2007-08-26 · 24 min

Epponnee-Raelene Kathleen Darlene Charlene Craig is turning one so it’s party time at Lagoon Court. Kim is sparing no expense to make sure Epponnees party is going to blow everyone out of the water. Kel has some celebrating to do as…

Episode 3. Work

2007-09-02 · 23 min

Kath becomes a health professional and has the TAFE certificate to prove it. Elsewhere, Kim needs a guinea pig for her new career...and Brett is busting to impress his bosses.

Episode 4. Environment

2007-09-09 · 23 min

Education wise Kim would like Epponnee to go private... just for the status of it; and Kel is looking forward to giving his jerbras a good watering.

Episode 5. House

2007-09-16 · 24 min

The down stairs toot is blocked and Kath & Kel's ensuite gets a workout. Next-door neighbour Mandy's house is up for sale and Kel puts in an offer (well over the reserve). Meanwhile, Sharon & Kim put their smarts on the line when they go…

Episode 6. Roots

2007-09-23 · 23 min

Kel is desperate to find out if he's a nob with noble blood. Kath finds a family skeleton in her closet (well her walk in) and Sharon comes face to face with a long-lost relative from the other side of the world. Guest starring Matt Lucas…

Episode 7. Lust

2007-10-07 · 22 min

Sharon has sworn off guys and has been celibate for three months. Brett is up to his old tricks and Kim kicks him out (again) but when Sharon buys Brett a foot long from Subway it's on for young and old. Kath is also one frustrated lady…

Episode 8. Wedding of the Century

2007-10-14 · 26 min

Sharon's always been unlucky in love, until now that is, Kath and Kim go into planning mode for the event of the century! Brett gets the job of a lifetime and finds a perfect new place to live with Kim and Epps. With the house to…

Cast by season

Jane Turner

Kathleen 'Kath' Darleen Day Knight

Gina Riley

Kimberly 'Kim' Day Craig

Magda Szubanski

Sharon Karen Strzelecki

Comments

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User reviews

SierraKiloBravo

★ 10.0 / 10

What do hornbags, bad hairdos, and power walking have in common? All feature with hilarious regularity on _Kath and Kim_, a classic Australian comedy series. Netflix here in Australia has all four seasons available along with a number of specials which are highlight packages, behind the scenes, and bloopers. We’ve worked our way through all of them now and had a jolly good time the whole way through. This show was a massive hit during its run from 2002 to 2007 and rightfully so. It’s not just the situations that the family gets themselves into, but their over the top accents and over reaction to everything adds a whole ‘nother level of humour. To mix things up there’s also a number of guest stars that pop up from time to time. Off the top of my head there’s Geoffrey Rush, Kylie Minogue, Matt Lucas, and even Shane Warne playing a Shane Warne impersonator. It’s an over the top comedy that never failed to get a laugh out of me many times each episode. If you’re looking for a real good belly laugh, check this one out, it’s one of the best comedies to come out of Australia.

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Keywords

satiricalwittyhilariousamused

Awards and nominations

Best Screenplay in a Television Drama
Best Comedy Series - Sitcom or Sketch
Best Screenplay in a Television