The Starter Wife

2007·Show
6Episodes in1Season·TV-14
54
MediocreGoodWatch score

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The Starter Wife fingerprint

Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Romantic

  • Romance7
  • Pathos6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some sharp wit and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Satire & Parody6
  • Situational Comedy5

World

Everyday modern life, show business, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout dialogue

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

The events of one woman's life following her divorce after years of marriage to a Hollywood studio executive. Based on the best-selling novel by Gigi Levangie Grazer.
Hollywood Divorce DramaFemale EmpowermentRomantic Comedy-DramaContemporary RealismSocial SatireSelf-Discovery JourneyWit & DialoguePop Culture FocusedComfort Watch

Crew

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Starter Wife

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Starter Wife legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free and Xumo Play. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Starter Wife worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Metacritic 71). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Starter Wife rated?

TV-14Sexual contentStrong language

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.

How many seasons does The Starter Wife have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 6 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Starter Wife?

Critics71
Audiences68

Yes. Critics average 71 and audiences 68 out of 100, so both groups see The Starter Wife much the same way.

When did The Starter Wife air?

It ran from 2007 to 2007 and has ended.

What language is The Starter Wife in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Australia.

In how many countries can I watch The Starter Wife?

5AUCADEFRUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Starter Wife in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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