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Pretty Little Liars

2010·Show
161Episodes in7Seasons·TV-14
IMDb7.3Metacritic558.0Rotten Tomatoes81%81%
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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension8
  • Scare6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Romantic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Romance7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Cringe Humor4
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Mystery, everyday modern life, and growing up

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Complexity8
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

Time to bring your A game.

Based on the Pretty Little Liars series of young adult novels by Sara Shepard, the series follows the lives of four girls — Spencer, Hanna, Aria, and Emily — whose clique falls apart after the disappearance of their queen bee, Alison. One year later, they begin receiving messages from someone using the name "A" who threatens to expose their secrets — including long-hidden ones they thought only Alison knew.
Glossy Teen NoirHigh-Stakes Secret KeepingCampy Mystery ThrillerToxic Female Friendship DynamicsAddictive Cliffhanger StructureStylized Suburban GothicPop-Culture PhenomenonMelodramatic Tension

Crew

Directed by:
Norman Buckley, Ron Lagomarsino, Chad Lowe
Written by:
Maya Goldsmith, Jonell Lennon, Lijah J. Barasz
Produced by:
Joseph Dougherty, Hynndie Wali, Lisa Cochran-Neilan
Composed by:
Michael Suby

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Pretty Little Liars

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Pretty Little Liars legally?

HuluHBO Max

Pretty Little Liars is included with a subscription to Hulu and HBO Max in the United States. 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 Pretty Little Liars worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Pretty Little Liars rated?

TV-14ViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Pretty Little Liars have?

7 seasons

It has 7 seasons with 161 episodes of about 41 minutes each.

Is Pretty Little Liars based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Pretty Little Liars?

Critics68
Audiences78

Not quite. Audiences rate Pretty Little Liars higher (78) than critics (68). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Pretty Little Liars air?

It ran from 2010 to 2017 and has ended.

What language is Pretty Little Liars in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Pretty Little Liars?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pretty Little Liars in 115 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Pretty Little Liars use?

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TV Tropes lists 285 storytelling tropes for Pretty Little Liars, including Suspiciously Similar Substitute, Back for the Finale, Hot Teacher.