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My So-Called Life

1994 – 1995Show1 season19 episodesTV-14

ComedyDrama
88
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.4Metacritic928.3Rotten Tomatoes94%92%

A nostalgic, deeply moving drama series about growing up and everyday modern life, with standout performances and score.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

Where to watch

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

Shows with

Episodes

1 season · 19 episodes · best: S1E11 "Life of Brian" 8.9

Episodes

8.4

Story

You know how it feels.

The life of a 15 year-old high school student, whose angst-ridden journey through adolescence, friendship, parents, and life teaches her what it means to grow up.

Feels like

  • Iconic 90s Teen Drama
  • Emotional Coming-of-Age
  • Complex Family Dynamics
  • Witty & Poetic Dialogue
  • Nostalgic Atmosphere
  • Character-Driven Narrative
  • Acclaimed Soundtrack
  • Realistic High School Experience
  • Heartbreaking Yet Hopeful

Cast

24 of 66 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Mark Piznarski, Scott Winant, Todd Holland
Written by
Jason Katims, Betsy Thomas, Liberty Godshall
Produced by
Alan Poul, Brooke Kennedy, Barry Jossen
Music by
W.G. Snuffy Walden

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

August 25, 1994 · January 26, 1995 · Ended

First aired
August 25, 1994
Last aired
January 26, 1995
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 19 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Strong Language, Sexual Content
Genres
Drama, Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
7 countries

Tropes

Chick Magnet, Foil, Sugar-and-Ice Personality +9

  • Chick Magnet
  • Foil
  • Sugar-and-Ice Personality
  • Scout-Out
  • Former Friend of Alpha Bitch
  • Best Years of Your Life
  • Beta Couple
  • '80s Hair
  • Class Princess
  • You Just Told Me
  • Love Dodecahedron
  • Tragic Dream

12 of 114 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream My So-Called Life?"

Questions about My So-Called Life

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream My So-Called Life?

In the United States, you can rent or buy My So-Called Life from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 3 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is My So-Called Life worth watching?

88
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88 (IMDb 8.4, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 92).

Is My So-Called Life okay for kids?

TV-14Strong languageSexual content

Yes: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for strong language and sexual content, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch My So-Called Life?

15 h

About 15 hours: 19 episodes in 1 season of about 48 minutes each, aired from 1994 to 1995.

Will My So-Called Life make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly sharp wit (7 of 10).

Is My So-Called Life plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

What tropes does My So-Called Life use?

Chick MagnetFoilSugar-and-Ice PersonalityScout-OutFormer Friend of Alpha BitchBest Years of Your LifeBeta Couple'80s HairClass PrincessYou Just Told MeLove DodecahedronTragic Dreamand 102 more

TV Tropes lists 114 tropes for it, including Chick Magnet, Foil, and Sugar-and-Ice Personality.