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Over the Top

1997Show1 season12 episodesTV-PG

Comedy
44
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Rotten Tomatoes17%–
44
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Rotten Tomatoes17%–

Summary

Over the Top is an American sitcom starring Tim Curry, Annie Potts, and Steve Carell. The series premiered on ABC on October 21, 1997. Although 12 episodes were produced, the series was canceled after only three episodes had aired.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

Where to watch

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Not streaming in any country yet.

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Not for scares, brutality or tears.

Shows with

Cast

24 of 26 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Michael Lembeck
Written by
Alex Reid, David Litt
Produced by
Tim Curry, Daniel Palladino, Amy Sherman-Palladino

Everyone

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Facts

October 21, 1997 · November 4, 1997 · Ended

First aired
October 21, 1997
Last aired
November 4, 1997
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 12 episodes
Age rating
TV-PG
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United States

Tropes

Everyone Has Standards, Hidden Heart of Gold, Casting Gag +6

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is Over the Top worth watching?"

Questions about Over the Top

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Over the Top worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 17%). Audiences rate it higher (68 out of 100) than critics (17).

Is Over the Top okay for kids?

TV-PG

Yes: it's rated TV-PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Over the Top?

6 h

About 6 hours: 12 episodes in 1 season of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1997 to 1997.

Will Over the Top make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (5 of 10).

Can I half-watch Over the Top?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.