8.4
Where can I stream This Year Next Year legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for This Year Next Year in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
This Year Next Year
1977·Show
This Year Next Year fingerprint
Strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension3
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Moving
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos7
- Family Dynamics7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, the mind, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters, performances, and dialogue
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
This Year Next Year 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.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, the mind, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout characters, performances, and dialogue
The characters, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You want fast pacing
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
Public relations consultant Harry Shaw has to face the challenge of starting afresh in his mid-forties. Disillusioned with the values of city life, he returns to his father's farm in Yorkshire to think over his future.
Meditative DramaMid-Life Crisis ThemeCharacter StudyRural vs. City LifeFamily RelationshipsPsychological ExplorationThought-ProvokingDeliberately PacedContemporary British
Actors
Crew
Titles like This Year Next Year
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: This Year Next Year
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with This Year Next Year
This Year Next Year1977 · 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:Goodbye June (2025)Like Father, Like Son (2013)Our Souls at Night (2017)Rental Family (2025)Brothers and Sisters (2006)I'll See You in My Dreams (2015)The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected) (2017)Our Friend (2019)His Three Daughters (2024)You Can Count on Me (2000)His Secret Life (2001)Tully (2018)Rita (2012)Away from Her (2007)Things We Lost in the Fire (2007)The Upside of Anger (2005)The Farewell (2019)Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)The Split (2018)Supernova (2020)Terms of Endearment (1983)Please Give (2010)Still Walking (2008)Before Midnight (2013)Mother and Child (2009)Kodachrome (2017)Things to Come (2016)Somebody Somewhere (2022)Smoke (1995)Hope Springs (2012)Puzzle (2018)The Accidental Tourist (1988)On the Rocks (2020)Causeway (2022)A Late Quartet (2012)After the Storm (2016)Let Them All Talk (2020)Last Tango in Halifax (2012)Certain Women (2016)The Four Seasons (2025)Departures (2008)Hospital Playlist (2020)The Wife (2017)Happy Christmas (2014)Monsieur Lazhar (2011)Miss You Already (2015)September (1987)On Golden Pond (1981)The Outrun (2024)Something in the Rain (2018)Gloria Bell (2019)Bed and Board (1970)Facing Windows (2003)Broken But Beautiful (2018)Rooster (2026)Old Joy (2006)The Visitor (2008)45 Years (2015)Le Week-End (2013)Snow Cake (2006)Still Alice (2014)Marvin's Room (1996)The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Her (2014)People, Places, Things (2015)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about This Year Next Year
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is This Year Next Year worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does This Year Next Year have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 13 episodes of about 60 minutes each.
When did This Year Next Year air?
S1
It ran from 1977 to 1977 and has ended.
What language is This Year Next Year in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.