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Home Improvement

1991·Show
203Episodes in8Seasons·TV-PG
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.3Metacritic667.7Rotten Tomatoes–81%
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IMDb7.3Metacritic667.7Rotten Tomatoes–81%
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Home Improvement fingerprint

Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Heartwarming and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy10
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Physical Comedy6

World

Family and everyday modern life

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

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

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Episode ratings

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About

The daily trials and tribulations of handyman Tim Taylor, a TV show host raising three boys with help from his loyal co-host, domineering wife, and unseen neighbor.
Classic Family SitcomDomestic Chaos & ComedyFather-Son BondingSuburban AmericanaWitty BanterHeartwarming ResolutionRelatable Parenting StrugglesNostalgic Comfort Food TVBlue Collar Charm

Crew

Directed by:
John Pasquin, Peter Bonerz, Andrew Tsao
Written by:
Elliot Shoenman, Lloyd Garver, Jennifer Celotta
Produced by:
Billy Riback, Frank McKemy, John Pasquin
Composed by:
Dan Foliart

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Home Improvement

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Home Improvement legally?

NetflixDisney+HuluFandango at Home FreeWonder Project

Home Improvement is included with a subscription to Netflix, Disney+, and Hulu in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Home Improvement worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Home Improvement rated?

TV-PG

It's rated TV-PG in the United States.

How many seasons does Home Improvement have?

8 seasons

It has 8 seasons with 203 episodes of about 22 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Home Improvement?

Critics66
Audiences77

Not quite. Audiences rate Home Improvement higher (77) than critics (66). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Home Improvement air?

It ran from 1991 to 1999 and has ended.

What language is Home Improvement in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Home Improvement?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Home Improvement in 75 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Home Improvement use?

She Who Must Not Be SeenTrivial TragedyDisappeared DadPlank GagAbsurdly Bright Light"Not So Different" RemarkCurse Cut ShortSpy-Tux RevealNever Speak Ill of the DeadAscended ExtraShow Within a ShowCamping Episodeand 387 more

TV Tropes lists 399 storytelling tropes for Home Improvement, including She Who Must Not Be Seen, Trivial Tragedy, Disappeared Dad.