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The King of Queens

1998·Show
207Episodes in9Seasons·TV-PG
66
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Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Nostalgia7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Physical Comedy6

World

Family and everyday modern life

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion5

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition4

Who it's for

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

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About

Life’s good for deliveryman Doug Heffernan, until his newly widowed father-in-law, Arthur, moves in with him and his wife Carrie. Doug is no longer the king of his domain, and instead of having a big screen television in his recently renovated basement, he now has a crazy old man.
Classic SitcomBlue-Collar HumorMarried Couple DynamicsBrotherly BanterRelatable MundanityComfort ViewingSharp DialogueSuburban LifeFriendship BondsEveryman Appeal

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The King of Queens

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The King of Queens legally?

The King of Queens is included with a subscription to Paramount+, Peacock, Philo, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The King of Queens worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7.4 and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The King of Queens rated?

TV-PGNuditySexual contentStrong language

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

How many seasons does The King of Queens have?

9 seasons

It has 9 seasons with 207 episodes of about 25 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The King of Queens?

Critics55
Audiences79

Not quite. Audiences rate The King of Queens higher (79) than critics (55). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did The King of Queens air?

It ran from 1998 to 2007 and has ended.

What language is The King of Queens in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The King of Queens?

118ADAEAGALAOARATAUBABBBEBGBHBO+104

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The King of Queens in 118 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The King of Queens use?

Department of Redundancy DepartmentTea Is ClassyEarly-Installment WeirdnessWakeup MakeupBeing Unambitious Is BadMistaken for GayManchildBrooklyn RageHonest John's DealershipBlaming the VictimThe Trouble with TicketsWith Friends Like These...and 215 more

TV Tropes lists 227 storytelling tropes for The King of Queens, including Department of Redundancy Department, Tea Is Classy, Early-Installment Weirdness.