Where can I stream No Strings legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for No Strings in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
No Strings
1989·Show
60
DecentGoodWatch score60
DecentGoodWatch scoreWatchWhere to watch
Not streaming in any country yet.
No Strings fingerprint
Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension3
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline0
Heart
Romantic and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Romance7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Some situational comedy and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Cringe Humor3
World
Everyday modern life and family
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
No Strings is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline0High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle0Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumRomantic and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's romantic and hopeful. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life and family.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every show. Select a row to see all of them.
About
No Strings is a British sitcom produced by Yorkshire Television for ITV, broadcast from 12 April to 31 May 1989. It stars Edward Petherbridge and Joan Marsh.
Sam comes home to find that his wife has run off with another man. He contacts Rosie, the other man's wife, and finds that they have a lot in common. Gradually, a relationship develops between them.
British TV DramaQuietly RomanticDivorce & New BeginningsFamily LifeRelatable CharactersCharacter-DrivenGentle PaceEveryday RelationshipsOptimistic
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like No Strings
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: No Strings
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with No Strings
No Strings1989 · Show
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:The Meddler (2016)Hope Springs (2012)Permanent Roommates (2014)People, Places, Things (2015)Imagine Me & You (2006)What's Love Got to Do with It? (2023)Cha Cha Real Smooth (2022)Aşk Laftan Anlamaz (2016)People We Meet on Vacation (2026)Simple Simon (2010)Toradora! (2008)Lars and the Real Girl (2007)Virgin Mountain (2015)Am I OK? (2024)Brothers and Sisters (2006)As Good as It Gets (1997)Rental Family (2025)Like There's No Tomorrow (2024)Parenthood (2010)Somebody Somewhere (2022)Smiley (2022)Last Tango in Halifax (2012)Terms of Endearment (1983)Happy Christmas (2014)TVF Tripling (2016)Remember Sunday (2013)Hospital Playlist (2020)I'll See You in My Dreams (2015)X+Y (2015)Modern Love Mumbai (2022)Because This Is My First Life (2017)Together Together (2021)On the Rocks (2020)My Idiot Brother (2014)Good Luck to You, Leo Grande (2022)Last Chance Harvey (2008)Something in the Rain (2018)Junebug (2005)Something's Gotta Give (2003)Sweet Magnolias (2020)Horimiya (2021)Dan in Real Life (2007)The Split (2018)Love Is in the Air (2020)Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian (2024)1 Man 1 Woman (2012)Mostly Martha (2001)Everwood (2002)Our Souls at Night (2017)Ante... Sundaraniki! (2022)The Great Weddings of Munnes (2022)The Spectacular Now (2013)The Way Way Back (2013)Home for Christmas (2019)Gifted (2017)Return to Me (2000)The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected) (2017)To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You (2020)The Big Sick (2017)Badhaai Ho (2018)Life Partners (2014)Fatherhood (2021)Romantics Anonymous (2010)While You Were Sleeping (1995)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about No Strings
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is No Strings worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does No Strings have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 7 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
When did No Strings air?
S1
It ran from 1989 to 1989 and has ended.
What language is No Strings in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.