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The People Next Door

1989·Show
5Episodes in1Season

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Funny, emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension1
  • Spectacle1

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Physical Comedy5

World

History, family, and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout storytelling

  • Narrative Structure8
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

The People Next Door is an American situation comedy which aired briefly on CBS as part of its Fall 1989 schedule.
Classic SitcomFamily ComedyNeighborly ShenanigansWholesome HumorNostalgic 80sRelatable CharactersLightheartedCharacter-Driven ComedyDomestic Life

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The People Next Door

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Where can I stream The People Next Door legally?

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Is The People Next Door worth watching?

60
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does The People Next Door have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 5 episodes.

When did The People Next Door air?

It ran from 1989 to 1989 and has ended.

What language is The People Next Door in?

English

It was made in English.

What tropes does The People Next Door use?

Ashes to CrashesFreudian CouchSurprise PartyGood StepmotherEggingDoor Slam of RageTalking to the DeadInkblot TestObnoxious In-LawsFounding DayFriendless BackgroundAs Himselfand 7 more

TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for The People Next Door, including Ashes to Crashes, Freudian Couch, Surprise Party.