Matt and Jenny

1979·Show
26Episodes in1Season·NR
70
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Coming of Age8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History, growing up, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Two English children, Matt and Jenny Tanner, and their mother depart for the New World from Bristol, England. During the voyage, their mother dies of typhoid fever. The two children arrive in Canada and begin a search for their uncle Bill Tanner, who arrived before they had. Along the way, they encounter the enigmatic Adam Cardston and woodsman Kit, who join them on their journey westward.
Historical AdventureChildren's SeriesPioneer LifeComing-of-AgeFamily QuestCanadian WildernessWholesome EntertainmentSurvival StoryFound Family

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Where can I stream Matt and Jenny legally?

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Is Matt and Jenny worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Matt and Jenny rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How many seasons does Matt and Jenny have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 26 episodes.

When did Matt and Jenny air?

It ran from 1979 to 1980 and has ended.

What language is Matt and Jenny in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch Matt and Jenny?

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