Number 96

1980 – 1981Show1 season6 episodes

100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Summary

Soap opera of the lives of a group of residents at Number 96 Pacific Way and their dealings with sex, gossip and many personal problems.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Background watch

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

Set your services

Not streaming in any country yet.

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Not for scares, adrenaline or awe.

Shows with

Cast

2 of 2 · most episodes first

Facts

December 10, 1980 · January 2, 1981 · Ended

First aired
December 10, 1980
Last aired
January 2, 1981
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 6 episodes
Content
Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Drama, Soap
Original language
English

Tropes

Missing Episode, Ms. Fanservice, Keep Circulating the Tapes

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Number 96 worth watching?"

Questions about Number 96

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Number 96 worth watching?

100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100.

How long does it take to watch Number 96?

6 h

About 6 hours: 6 episodes in 1 season of about 60 minutes each, aired from 1980 to 1981.

Can I half-watch Number 96?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Number 96 plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on dialogue centrality (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.