The Block

2003·Show
962Episodes in20Seasons
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.4Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

PrimeThe RokuPluto TVAmazon Prime Video Free with Ads

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The Block fingerprint

Emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wholesome6
  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis3

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Everyday modern life and show business

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Sound Centrality5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in Friendly

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You want something to laugh at

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About

Couples compete against each other to renovate houses and sell them at auction for the highest price.
Reality CompetitionHome RenovationDesign & DecorProperty MarketInterpersonal DramaDIY InspirationLong-Running FranchiseFamily-FriendlyAustralian Television

Crew

Produced by:
Scott Cam, Jamie Durie

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Questions about The Block

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Block legally?

PrimeThe RokuPluto TVAmazon Prime Video Free with Ads

The Block is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Block worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does The Block have?

20 seasons

It has 20 seasons with 962 episodes and is still in production.

When did The Block air?

It started in 2003 and is still in production.

What language is The Block in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia.

In how many countries can I watch The Block?

9AUCADEFIGBGGNLNZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Block in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Block use?

An Interior Designer Is YouAccidental Celebrity15 Minutes of FameGroupie BrigadeInsistent TerminologyProduct Placement

TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for The Block, including An Interior Designer Is You, Accidental Celebrity, 15 Minutes of Fame.

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