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Suburgatory

2011·Show
57Episodes in3Seasons·TV-PG
IMDb7.2Metacritic717.5Rotten Tomatoes91%86%
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Suburgatory fingerprint

Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Coming of Age8
  • Romance6

Humor

Plenty of satire and situational comedy

  • Satire & Parody9
  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay7

World

Family, growing up, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Escape is not an option.

Single father George Altman is doing his best to raise his sixteen-year-old daughter Tessa in the big city. When he discovers a box of condoms in her bedroom, though, he decides the time has come to move her to a more wholesome and nurturing environment: the suburbs. But behind the beautiful homes and perfect lawns lurk the Franken-moms, spray tans, nose jobs, and Red Bull-guzzling teens who have nothing in common with Tessa. It’s a whole new world, one that makes George wonder if they haven’t jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire.
Suburban SatireFish-out-of-Water ComedyWholesome Family SitcomSharp Social CommentaryCharming Ensemble CastLight-hearted Teen DramaCultural Clash HumorComfort ViewingWitty Dialogue

Crew

Directed by:
Ken Whittingham, Alex Hardcastle, Michael Fresco
Written by:
Drew Hancock, Emily Kapnek, Andrew Guest

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Suburgatory

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Suburgatory legally?

NetflixTubi TVHowdy

Suburgatory is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi 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 Suburgatory worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 71). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Suburgatory rated?

TV-PGSexual contentStrong languageDrug use

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

How many seasons does Suburgatory have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 57 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Suburgatory?

Critics81
Audiences78

Yes. Critics average 81 and audiences 78 out of 100, so both groups see Suburgatory much the same way.

When did Suburgatory air?

It ran from 2011 to 2014 and has ended.

What language is Suburgatory in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Suburgatory?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Suburgatory in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Suburgatory use?

Missing MomMy Beloved SmotherBilingual BonusBookendsOnly Sane WomanDoes This Remind You of Anything?Token MinorityKick the DogArson, Murder, and JaywalkingDramedyDiegetic Soundtrack UsageEmbarrassing Middle Nameand 59 more

TV Tropes lists 71 storytelling tropes for Suburgatory, including Missing Mom, My Beloved Smother, Bilingual Bonus.