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Red Dwarf

1988·Show
73Episodes in12Seasons·TV-PG
IMDb8.4Metacritic–8.5Rotten Tomatoes–82%
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Red Dwarf fingerprint

Very funny, immersive world.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Nostalgic and wondrous

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia9
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Wonder7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Absurdist Humor9
  • Wit & Wordplay8

World

The future, family, and technology

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6
  • Visual Stylization6

Who it's for

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

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Episode ratings

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About

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The adventures of the last human alive and his friends, stranded three million years into deep space on the mining ship Red Dwarf.
British Sci-Fi ComedyAbsurd Situational HumorFound Family DynamicsDeep Space IsolationWitty Character InteractionsRetro-Futuristic AestheticCult Classic StatusSatirical Social CommentaryComfort Viewing

Crew

Directed by:
Ed Bye, Doug Naylor, Andy De Emmony
Written by:
Doug Naylor, Rob Grant, Paul Alexander
Produced by:
Doug Naylor, Ed Bye, Rob Grant
Composed by:
Howard Goodall

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Red Dwarf

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Red Dwarf legally?

BritboxHooplaBritBoxPluto TV

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

Is Red Dwarf worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Red Dwarf rated?

TV-PGStrong language

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

How many seasons does Red Dwarf have?

12 seasons

It has 12 seasons with 73 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

When did Red Dwarf air?

It ran from 1988 to 2017 and has ended.

What language is Red Dwarf in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Red Dwarf?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Red Dwarf in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Red Dwarf use?

TV Head RobotArtifact TitleStealing from the HotelLuring in PreyBack from the DeadTalking with SignsRidiculous Future SequelisationOther Me Annoys MeBroke the Rating ScaleMoney FetishWetware BodyFinal Season Castingand 806 more

TV Tropes lists 818 storytelling tropes for Red Dwarf, including TV Head Robot, Artifact Title, Stealing from the Hotel.