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The Golden Girls

1985·Show
180Episodes in7Seasons·TV-PG
83
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.2Metacritic829.0Rotten Tomatoes–95%
Episodes
IMDb8.2Metacritic829.0Rotten Tomatoes–95%
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The Golden Girls fingerprint

Very funny, immersive world, low-key.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics9

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy10
  • Wit & Wordplay9
  • Physical Comedy7

World

Family and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • Rewatchability10
  • World Immersion8

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting10
  • Dialogue Quality10
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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

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About

Meet four outrageous women who know when it comes to a good laugh, there's nothing like experience!

Four Southern Florida seniors share a house, their dreams, and a whole lot of cheesecake. Bright, promiscuous, clueless and hilarious, these lovely, mismatched ladies form the perfect circle of friends.
Classic SitcomWitty BanterFound FamilyComfort ViewingSharp WritingIconic Ensemble CastFeel-Good HumorNostalgic WarmthCharacter-Driven ComedyTimeless Appeal

Crew

Directed by:
Terry Hughes, Matthew Diamond, Jim Drake
Written by:
Mort Nathan, Barry Fanaro, Kathy Speer
Produced by:
Don Siegel, Terry Hughes, Mort Nathan
Composed by:
George Aliceson Tipton

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Golden Girls

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Golden Girls legally?

Disney+HuluPhilo

The Golden Girls is included with a subscription to Disney+, Hulu, and Philo in the United States. 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 The Golden Girls worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 8.2 and Metacritic 82). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Golden Girls rated?

TV-PG

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

How many seasons does The Golden Girls have?

7 seasons

It has 7 seasons with 180 episodes of about 24 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Golden Girls?

Critics82
Audiences89

Yes. Critics average 82 and audiences 89 out of 100, so both groups see The Golden Girls much the same way.

When did The Golden Girls air?

It ran from 1985 to 1992 and has ended.

What language is The Golden Girls in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Golden Girls?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Golden Girls in 47 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Golden Girls use?

I'm Going to Disney World!Fake BoobsToll Booth AnticsIronic EchoParting-Words RegretWondrous Ladies RoomOnly Sane WomanReports of My Death Were Greatly ExaggeratedPregnancy ScareAll Just a DreamKarmic STDIronic Echo Cutand 490 more

TV Tropes lists 502 storytelling tropes for The Golden Girls, including I'm Going to Disney World!, Fake Boobs, Toll Booth Antics.