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The Waltons

1972·Show
210Episodes in9Seasons·TV-G
65
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The Waltons fingerprint

Big heart, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Wholesome10
  • Family Dynamics10
  • Hopefulness9

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Family, history, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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

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About

The Landmark Series That Celebrates Family.

The Waltons live their life in a rural Virginia community during the Great Depression and World War II.
Heartwarming Family DramaGreat Depression EraRural AmericanaComfort Viewing ClassicMultigenerational AppealSentimental & HopefulEnsemble Cast ChemistryTraditional ValuesSlow-Paced NarrativeIconic Theme Music

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Waltons

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Waltons legally?

The Waltons is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. 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 Waltons worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Waltons rated?

TV-G

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

How many seasons does The Waltons have?

9 seasons

It has 9 seasons with 210 episodes of about 50 minutes each.

When did The Waltons air?

It ran from 1972 to 1981 and has ended.

What language is The Waltons in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Waltons?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Waltons in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Waltons use?

Cloud CuckoolanderBrutal HonestyFamily DramaConscience Makes You Go BackOutliving One's OffspringSmoking Is Not CoolMultigenerational HouseholdRomancing the WidowCatch Your Death of ColdThe Cast Show OffWhat You Are in the DarkHonor Before Reasonand 133 more

TV Tropes lists 145 storytelling tropes for The Waltons, including Cloud Cuckoolander, Brutal Honesty, Family Drama.