AnimeMania December 7, 2023 Share December 7, 2023 The Brothers Sun (Comedy) January 4, 2024 Netflix 8 episodes Eileen Sun, wife of a powerful Taiwanese triad kingpin, Big Sun, moves to Los Angeles with her young son Bruce, in an attempt to escape the Taipei violence after a failed attempt on her husband's life by a rival gang. Another assassination attempt years later succeeds in shooting Big Sun. Charles “Chairleg” Sun, Big Sun's son and also a Taipei gangster, rushes to Los Angeles because he believes his mother and younger brother might also be in danger. Charles, Bruce and their mother must heal the wounds caused by their separation and figure out what brotherhood and family truly mean before one of their countless enemies kills them all. Asian writers provide authentic Taiwanese slang and cuisine. Jon Xue Zhang as Blood Boots, an enforcer for the Sun triad Jenny Yang as Xing, an enforcer for the Sun triad Johnny Kou as Big Sun, Taiwanese triad kingpin, he and his brilliant wife, Ellen, create a criminal empire from the ground up. Michelle Yeoh as Ellen "Mama Sun" Sun, wife of Big Sun, she moves to Los Angeles with her son Bruce after the first attempt on Big Sun's life. Justin Chien as Charles “Chairleg” Sun, son of Big Sun, a Taipei gangster with an incredible propensity for violence Sam Song Li as Bruce Sun, son of Big Sun, a college student living in Los Angeles unaware of his family's gang affiliations who hopes to become an improv comedy star Joon Lee as TK Lee, a stoner and devoted gamer, Bruce’s best friend since childhood, he would love to be a gangster like Charles Madison Hu as Grace Hwang, an illegal immigrant classmate of Bruce Maite Garcia as Professor Edner Highdee Kuan as Alexis Kong, a driven and ambitious assistant district attorney in Los Angeles Alice Hewkin as June Song, a talented tattoo artist. Rodney To as Mark Chau Long as Steve Peter Chanseyha as Jimmy Bryan Cartago as Bojing Charlit Dae as Ernie Link to comment
arc December 8, 2023 Share December 8, 2023 I was so in when I thought it was a movie. As a TV show, I’m actually slightly less enthused about it, but it still seems like a lot of fun, Link to comment
AnimeMania January 4 Share January 4 The Brothers Sun Jan. 4, 2024 Netflix Episodes 1-8 Titles and Descriptions Spoiler S01.E01: Pilot A family emergency sends a ruthless killer from Taipei to LA. Cash-strapped Bruce takes a new gig. When a crisis erupts, estranged brothers reunite. S01.E02: Favor for a Favor Charles introduces Bruce to his unique line of work while trying to get rid of a body. But he continues to be a moving target everywhere he goes. S01.E03: Whatever You Want When Bruce goes missing, Mama Sun and Charles drop in on a mahjong game and a seafood restaurant for answers. A common goal makes allies out of enemies. S01.E04: Square Hesitant to join the family business, Bruce vows to focus on school and improv. But when a triad meeting proves dangerous, the Suns are forced to pivot. S01.E05: The Rolodex In the fallout of the attacks, Bruce works hard to be a useful asset, Mama Sun leverages her knowledge and a wounded Charles wakes up in a strange place. S01.E06: Country Boy Mama Sun travels to Taiwan and hears upsetting news. A celebrity's holiday home provides the perfect safe house for the brothers. Bruce bonds with Grace. S01.E07: Gymkata With the ghosts gathering in Los Angeles, the family regroups until an unexpected visitor disrupts their plans. A momentous occasion descends into chaos. S01.E08: Protect the Family (Season Finale) The Suns' lives and legacy hang in the balance as old wounds and hard truths come to light. Bruce makes a choice that could change the family forever. Link to comment
Ottis January 14 Share January 14 In many ways, it’s basically Chuck, but in a different setting. I’ve watched 4 eps so far and enjoyed it, even had a few laughs. Link to comment
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