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The L Word

2004·Show
71Episodes in6Seasons·TV-MA
67
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Strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace4
  • Violence3

Heart

Deeply romantic and nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Cringe Humor4

World

Everyday modern life, family, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

L hath no fury...

A group of lesbian friends struggle with romance and careers in Los Angeles.
LGBTQ+ DramaLos Angeles LifestyleComplex Female FriendshipsErotic RomanceCultural MilestoneMelodramatic TonesIndie Music SoundtrackSocietal CommentaryCharacter-Driven Narrative

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The L Word

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The L Word legally?

The L Word is included with a subscription to fuboTV and 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 The L Word worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 57%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The L Word rated?

TV-MANuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug useViolence

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, strong language, drug use, and violence.

How many seasons does The L Word have?

6 seasons

It has 6 seasons with 71 episodes of about 50 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The L Word?

Critics60
Audiences74

Not quite. Audiences rate The L Word higher (74) than critics (60). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did The L Word air?

It ran from 2004 to 2009 and has ended.

What language is The L Word in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States, Mexico.

In how many countries can I watch The L Word?

32ATAUBEBGCACHCZDEDKEEFRGBGGGI+18

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The L Word in 32 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The L Word use?

Really Gets AroundMister SeahorseGayngstHer Code Name Was "Mary Sue"Evil Former FriendScenery CensorTwo-Person Pool PartyThe Unfair SexFood SlapOne-Drop RuleUnfortunate NamesMaybe Magic, Maybe Mundaneand 165 more

TV Tropes lists 177 storytelling tropes for The L Word, including Really Gets Around, Mister Seahorse, Gayngst.