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The Munsters

1964·Show
70Episodes in2Seasons·TV-G
IMDb7.8Rotten Tomatoes83%93%
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The Munsters fingerprint

Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Scare4
  • Tension2

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Family

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization8
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

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

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About

A family of friendly monsters that have misadventures all while never quite understanding why people react to them so strangely.
Sitcom Parody of Horror TropesWholesome Monster FamilyCampy & TheatricalIconic Character ArchetypesLighthearted Supernatural ComedyRetro TV CharmDomesticated GothicEnsemble Cast ChemistryGentle Satire of SuburbiaNostalgic Comfort Viewing

Crew

Directed by:
Ezra Stone, Norman Abbott, Joseph Pevney
Written by:
Bob Mosher, Tom Adair, Richard Baer
Produced by:
Bob Mosher, Joe Connelly
Composed by:
Jack Marshall

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Munsters

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Munsters legally?

PrimePeacockThe RokuPeacock Premium+Tubi TV

The Munsters is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Munsters worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Munsters rated?

TV-G

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

How many seasons does The Munsters have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 70 episodes of about 25 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Munsters?

Critics83
Audiences86

Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 86 out of 100, so both groups see The Munsters much the same way.

When did The Munsters air?

It ran from 1964 to 1966 and has ended.

What language is The Munsters in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Munsters?

5AUCAGBGGUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Munsters in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Munsters use?

Early-Installment WeirdnessFluffy the TerribleTook a Level in JerkassDarker and EdgierDark Is Not EvilJekyll & HydeExtremely Dusty HomeFace of a ThugInjury BookendUnusual Pets for Unusual PeopleExpository Theme TuneTake That!and 97 more

TV Tropes lists 109 storytelling tropes for The Munsters, including Early-Installment Weirdness, Fluffy the Terrible, Took a Level in Jerkass.