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The Joy of Painting

1983·Show
403Episodes in31Seasons·NR
89
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb9.3
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Calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline1
  • Tension1
  • Scare1

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

  • Wholesome10
  • Hopefulness9
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Kept in the background

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion4
  • Novelty4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction5
  • Acting5
  • Dialogue Quality4

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition6
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Centrality5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

We don’t make mistakes, we just have happy accidents.

The Joy of Painting was an American television show hosted by painter Bob Ross that taught its viewers techniques for landscape oil painting. Although Ross could complete a painting in half an hour, the intent of the show was not to teach viewers "speed painting". Rather, he intended for viewers to learn certain techniques within the time that the show was allotted. The show began on January 11, 1983, and lasted until May 17, 1994, a year before Ross' death.
Instructional PaintingRelaxing & TherapeuticLandscape ArtCalming VoiceWholesome ContentNostalgicDIY ArtEasy to FollowBeginner Friendly

Crew

Directed by:
Sally Schenck

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Joy of Painting

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Where can I stream The Joy of Painting legally?

PrimeHulufuboTVPhiloHooplaAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsXumo PlayMidnight Pulp

The Joy of Painting is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, fuboTV, and Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Xumo Play. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Joy of Painting worth watching?

89
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89/100 (IMDb 9.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Joy of Painting rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How many seasons does The Joy of Painting have?

31 seasons

It has 31 seasons with 403 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

When did The Joy of Painting air?

It ran from 1983 to 1994 and has ended.

What language is The Joy of Painting in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Joy of Painting?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Joy of Painting in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Joy of Painting use?

Throw It InDouble EntendreMinimalismPet Baby Wild AnimalCompetence PornRecurrerEdutainment ShowTrue Art Is AngstyAuthor CatchphraseTitle DropSigning-Off CatchphraseCreator Thumbprintand 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for The Joy of Painting, including Throw It In, Double Entendre, Minimalism.