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Moonlighting

1985·Show
66Episodes in5Seasons·TV-PG
78
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic628.0Rotten Tomatoes89%91%
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IMDb7.6Metacritic628.0Rotten Tomatoes89%91%
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Moonlighting fingerprint

Very funny, immersive world.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Deeply romantic and nostalgic

  • Romance9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy

  • Wit & Wordplay10
  • Situational Comedy9
  • Physical Comedy7

World

Crime, mystery, and pop culture

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout dialogue, performances, and direction

  • Dialogue Quality10
  • Acting9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout score, editing, and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Editing8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Detectives with a heart

After being duped and going bankrupt, model Maddie is convinced by David to become a partner in a detective agency. Together they solve various cases, while getting comfortable with each other.
Witty BanterRomantic TensionJazz-Pop SoundtrackBreaking the Fourth WallScrewball Detective ComedyIconic ChemistryStylized VisualsSlow-Burn RomanceMeta-Humor

Crew

Directed by:
Allan Arkush, Peter Werner, Christian I. Nyby II
Written by:
Roger Director, Charles H. Eglee, Ron Osborn
Produced by:
Karen Hall, Artie Mandelberg, Ron Osborn
Composed by:
Lee Holdridge

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Moonlighting

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Moonlighting legally?

PrimeHulu

Moonlighting is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Moonlighting worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Moonlighting rated?

TV-PGStrong languageSexual content

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.

How many seasons does Moonlighting have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 66 episodes of about 46 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Moonlighting?

Critics76
Audiences82

Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 82 out of 100, so both groups see Moonlighting much the same way.

When did Moonlighting air?

It ran from 1985 to 1989 and has ended.

What language is Moonlighting in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Moonlighting?

8AUBRCAESGBPETRUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Moonlighting in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Moonlighting use?

Stock Clock Hand HangChase SceneChivalrous PervertDestructo-NookiePreviously on…Romantic False LeadRule of SymbolismAscended ExtraDouble Standard: Abuse, Female on MaleLocked in a RoomGratuitous Iambic PentameterRealistic Diction Is Unrealisticand 77 more

TV Tropes lists 89 storytelling tropes for Moonlighting, including Stock Clock Hand Hang, Chase Scene, Chivalrous Pervert.