Inspector Gadget

1983·Show
86Episodes in2Seasons·TV-Y
68
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic–7.4Rotten Tomatoes–78%

Where to watch

Paramount+The RokuHooplaMidnight PulpTubi TV

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High energy, funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia8
  • Hopefulness6
  • Wonder5

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Physical Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

The future and mystery

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Intrigue6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Visual Stylization6
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

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About

Don't worry, chief. Inspector Gadget is always on duty.

Inspector Gadget is a clumsy, dim-witted human cyborg detective with various bionic gadgets built into his body. Gadget stumbles around working the cases while his niece and dog do most of the investigating. Gadget's arch-nemesis is Dr. Claw, the leader of an evil organisation, known as "M.A.D."
Slapstick ComedyCybernetic Detective80s AnimationMysteryGadgetsNostalgicFamily-FriendlyEpisodicCrime Fighting

Crew

Produced by:
Andy Heyward, Patrick Loubert, Jean Chalopin

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Inspector Gadget

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Inspector Gadget legally?

Paramount+The RokuHooplaMidnight PulpTubi TV

Inspector Gadget is included with a subscription to Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Inspector Gadget worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Inspector Gadget rated?

TV-Y

It's rated TV-Y in the United States.

How many seasons does Inspector Gadget have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 86 episodes.

When did Inspector Gadget air?

It ran from 1983 to 1985 and has ended.

What language is Inspector Gadget in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Canada, France, Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Inspector Gadget?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Inspector Gadget in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Inspector Gadget use?

Giftedly BadTheme Song Power UpWalk Into Camera ObstructionDa ChiefUnreveal AngleBig BadExpyRoad-Sign ReversalWeather-Control MachineEdutainment ShowChariot RaceMan in a Kiltand 274 more

TV Tropes lists 286 storytelling tropes for Inspector Gadget, including Giftedly Bad, Theme Song Power Up, Walk Into Camera Obstruction.

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