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MacGyver

1985·Show
139Episodes in7Seasons·TV-PG
78
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic–8.7Rotten Tomatoes–72%
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IMDb7.6Metacritic–8.7Rotten Tomatoes–72%
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High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Nostalgic and hopeful

  • Nostalgia9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Wholesome6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Absurdist Humor4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life

  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting6
  • Intrigue6
  • Direction5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

His mind is the ultimate weapon.

He's everyone's favorite action hero... but he's a hero with a difference. Angus MacGyver is a secret agent whose wits are his deadliest weapon. Armed with only a knapsack filled with everyday items he picks up along the way, he improvises his way out of every peril the bad guys throw at him. Making a bomb out of chewing gum? Fixing a speeding car's brakes... while he's riding in it? Using soda pop to cook up tear gas? That's all in a day's adventures for MacGyver. He's part Boy Scout, part genius. And all hero.
Classic 80s Action AdventureProblem-Solving IngenuityBuddy Cop DynamicsDIY MacGyver GimmicksCold War EspionageWholesome HeroismProcedural StructureNostalgic TelevisionHigh-Octane StuntsOptimistic Tone

Crew

Directed by:
Charles Correll, Michael Vejar, Michael Caffey
Written by:
John Sheppard, Rick Drew, Paul B. Margolis
Produced by:
John Mantley, Michael Greenburg, John B. Moranville
Composed by:
Bruce Babcock

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about MacGyver

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream MacGyver legally?

Paramount+

MacGyver is included with a subscription to Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Paramount+. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is MacGyver worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is MacGyver rated?

TV-PGViolenceStrong language

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does MacGyver have?

7 seasons

It has 7 seasons with 139 episodes of about 45 minutes each.

When did MacGyver air?

It ran from 1985 to 1992 and has ended.

What language is MacGyver in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch MacGyver?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for MacGyver in 34 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does MacGyver use?

Soft GlassBedsheet LadderWounded Hero, Weaker HelperThe RemnantBitter AlmondsExtended DisarmingPushy Gun-Toting VillainLocking MacGyver in the Store CupboardOktoberfestBlind DrivingGhost ShipPendulum of Deathand 484 more

TV Tropes lists 496 storytelling tropes for MacGyver, including Soft Glass, Bedsheet Ladder, Wounded Hero, Weaker Helper.