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Child's Play

1984 – 1988Show5 seasons76 episodes

10
UnwatchableGoodWatch score
10
UnwatchableGoodWatch score

Summary

Child's Play was a British game show based on a U.S. format of the same name. It aired on ITV from 7 January 1984 to 26 August 1988 and was hosted by Michael Aspel.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Party vibe

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at
  • You want dark or edgy material

Where to watch

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Not streaming in any country yet.

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Not for tears, scares or brutality.

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Cast

1 of 1 · most episodes first

Facts

January 7, 1984 · August 26, 1988 · Ended

First aired
January 7, 1984
Last aired
August 26, 1988
Status
Ended
Length
5 seasons · 76 episodes
Original language
English

Tropes

Bonus Round, Early-Installment Weirdness, Golden Snitch +6

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is Child's Play worth watching?"

Questions about Child's Play

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Child's Play worth watching?

10
UnwatchableGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 10.

Is Child's Play okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Child's Play?

38 h

About 38 hours: 76 episodes in 5 seasons of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1984 to 1988.

Can I half-watch Child's Play?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching Child's Play?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for wholesome and 7 for hopefulness.