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The Game

2006·Show
146Episodes in9Seasons·TV-14
47
MediocreGoodWatch score

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The Game fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Romantic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Romance8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Dark Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, family, and sports

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

When her boyfriend Derwin Davis is chosen as the new third-string wide receiver for the San Diego Sabers, Melanie Barnett decides to attend a local college so she can be with him. While Derwin worries about the plays on the field, Melanie adjusts to her new lifestyle. She gets a play-by-play account of the lives and relationships among NFL wives, girlfriends and mom/managers who use their best game to help their men stay on the field and on their arm.
Sports Drama RomanceComplex Family DynamicsShowbiz & FameEmotional RollercoasterContemporary RealismRelationship StrugglesCharacter-Driven NarrativeMusic-Centric StorytellingMature ThemesHigh-Stakes Personal Growth

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Game

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Game legally?

The Game is included with a subscription to Netflix and Hulu in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV. 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 Game worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Metacritic 31). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Game rated?

TV-14Strong languageSexual contentDrug useViolence

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, sexual content, drug use, and violence.

How many seasons does The Game have?

9 seasons

It has 9 seasons with 146 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Game?

Critics31
Audiences59

Not quite. Audiences rate The Game higher (59) than critics (31). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did The Game air?

It ran from 2006 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is The Game in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch The Game?

9ATCADEGBGGIENZRUUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Game in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Game use?

Ladykiller in LoveMama's Baby, Papa's MaybeMomma's BoyChubby ChaserMistaken for GayCalling the Old Man OutLaugh TrackDysfunction JunctionPet the DogAll Women Are LustfulHeroic BastardDisappeared Dadand 67 more

TV Tropes lists 79 storytelling tropes for The Game, including Ladykiller in Love, Mama's Baby, Papa's Maybe, Momma's Boy.