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This Old House

1979·Show
1219Episodes in48Seasons·TV-G
73
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IMDb8.1Metacritic–8.2
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IMDb8.1Metacritic–8.2
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This Old House fingerprint

Calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension2
  • Spectacle2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Heartwarming and hopeful

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Dialogue Quality6
  • Acting5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition4

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

TV's original home-improvement show, following one whole-house renovation over several episodes.
Home Improvement InstructionalWholesome DIY CultureNostalgic Public TelevisionPractical Life SkillsCalming & MethodicalFamily-Friendly EducationCraftsmanship AppreciationLow-Stakes Entertainment

Crew

Produced by:
David Vos, Bruce Irving, Deborah Hood

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about This Old House

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream This Old House legally?

PrimePhiloThe RokuYouTube TVPluto TVPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsThirteen

This Old House is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, YouTube TV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is This Old House worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is This Old House rated?

TV-G

It's rated TV-G in the United States.

How many seasons does This Old House have?

48 seasons

It has 48 seasons with 1219 episodes of about 30 minutes each and is still in production.

When did This Old House air?

It started in 1979 and is still in production.

What language is This Old House in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch This Old House?

5AUCAGBGGUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for This Old House in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does This Old House use?

The PranksterPlumber's CrackSpanner in the WorksAscended ExtraThe WatsonCall-BackCaptain ObviousCreative Closing CreditsVery Special EpisodeCompetence PornIt Will Never Catch OnI Was Quite a Fashion Victimand 6 more

TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for This Old House, including The Prankster, Plumber's Crack, Spanner in the Works.