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Mama's Family
1983·Show
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A , comedy series.
Good for date night · family movie night · friends night
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Thelma Harper and her spinster sister Fran open their home to Thelma's recently divorced son Vinton and his teenage son and daughter. It's quite an adjustment for everyone, especially the cranky, argumentative Thelma.
Classic Multi-Camera SitcomChaotic Family LivingSecond-Sexuality ComedyNostalgic 80s AmericanaCringe-Inducing AwkwardnessEnsemble Character DynamicsLight Hearted DramaRetro Pop Culture IconDomestic FarceComfort Viewing Staple
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Is Mama's Family worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49 (IMDb 7.3).
Is Mama's Family okay for kids?
TV-PG
Yes: it's rated TV-PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.
How long does it take to watch Mama's Family?
54 h
About 54 hours: 130 episodes in 6 seasons of about 25 minutes each, aired from 1983 to 1990.
Will Mama's Family make me laugh?
Funny
Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (8 of 10) and cringe comedy (8 of 10).
Can I half-watch Mama's Family?
Easy watchDemanding
Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.
What tropes does Mama's Family use?
Mattress-Tag GagNaked People Trapped OutsideDemoted to ExtraRolling Pin of DoomCalling the Old Man OutMy Beloved SmotherValentine's Day EpisodeDead Pet SketchHollywood Tone-DeafBack to SchoolCourtroom EpisodeStrongly Worded Letterand 167 more
TV Tropes lists 179 tropes for it, including Mattress-Tag Gag, Naked People Trapped Outside, and Demoted to Extra.