5.7
Is Thompson worth watching?
53
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53 (IMDb 5.7).
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MediocreGoodWatch scoreSummary
Thompson is a 1988 British TV variety series hosted by actress Emma Thompson the show also starred Imelda Staunton, Kenneth Branagh and Stephen Moore. The show featured musical numbers, as well as comedy skits and…
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- Date night
- Family movie night
- Friends night
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Not streaming in any country yet.
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Facts
November 10, 1988 · December 15, 1988 · Ended
- First aired
- November 10, 1988
- Last aired
- December 15, 1988
- Status
- Ended
- Length
- 1 season · 6 episodes
- Age rating
- NR
- Genres
- Comedy
- Original language
- English
- Made in
- United Kingdom
Q&A
5 questions, like "Is Thompson worth watching?"
Questions about Thompson
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Thompson okay for kids?
NR
Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
How long does it take to watch Thompson?
3 h
About 3 hours: 6 episodes in 1 season of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1988 to 1988.
Will Thompson make me laugh?
Funny
Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (8 of 10) and situational comedy (7 of 10).
Can I half-watch Thompson?
Easy watchDemanding
Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 2 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.