The Family Man

1990·Show
22Episodes in1Season
IMDb6.7
Episode ratings

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The Family Man fingerprint

Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Family and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition6
  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily 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

A widowed fire chief tries to raise his four children with help from his father-in-law.
Family SitcomHeartwarmingWidowed ParentDomestic LifeIntergenerationalCharacter-DrivenEveryday ChallengesSupport SystemWholesome Comedy

Crew

Directed by:
Rich Correll, Scott Baio, Mark Linn-Baker

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Family Man

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Where can I stream The Family Man legally?

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Is The Family Man worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does The Family Man have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 22 episodes.

When did The Family Man air?

It ran from 1990 to 1991 and has ended.

What language is The Family Man in?

English

It was made in English.

What tropes does The Family Man use?

"Both Sides Have a Point" RemarkOh, Crap!Manly TearsGood Is Not NiceEven Bad Men Love Their MamasParents as PeopleMy God, What Have I Done?Did They or Didn't They?CliffhangerHe Who Fights MonstersOld FlameShout-Outand 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for The Family Man, including "Both Sides Have a Point" Remark, Oh, Crap!, Manly Tears.

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