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Seinfeld

1989·Show
180Episodes in9Seasons·TV-PG

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Seinfeld fingerprint

Very funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia9
  • Romance5
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy10
  • Wit & Wordplay10
  • Cringe Humor8

World

Pop culture, everyday modern life, and society

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • Rewatchability10
  • Novelty9

Craft

Standout dialogue, performances, and storytelling

  • Dialogue Quality10
  • Acting9
  • Narrative Structure9

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

A show about nothing.

A stand-up comedian and his three offbeat friends weather the pitfalls and payoffs of life in New York City in the '90s. It's a show about nothing.
Sitcom about NothingWitty Conversational ComedyNew York NeurosesSelf-Absorbed CharactersSocial Observation SatireHigh RewatchabilityCultural PhenomenonMeta-HumorRelatable Awkwardness

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Seinfeld

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Seinfeld legally?

Seinfeld is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Seinfeld worth watching?

87
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 8.8, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 84). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Seinfeld rated?

TV-PGStrong languageSexual content

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.

How many seasons does Seinfeld have?

9 seasons

It has 9 seasons with 180 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Seinfeld?

Critics87
Audiences90

Yes. Critics average 87 and audiences 90 out of 100, so both groups see Seinfeld much the same way.

When did Seinfeld air?

It ran from 1989 to 1998 and has ended.

What language is Seinfeld in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Seinfeld?

131ADAEAGALAOARATAUAZBABBBEBGBH+117

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Seinfeld in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Seinfeld use?

From My Own Personal GardenButt-MonkeyAn AesopUnsympathetic Comedy ProtagonistAs HimselfOne Scene, Two MonologuesNot So Great EscapeNO INDOOR VOICEMarshmallow HellDistant PrologueTelethonEpisode on a Planeand 859 more

TV Tropes lists 871 storytelling tropes for Seinfeld, including From My Own Personal Garden, Butt-Monkey, An Aesop.