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Supermarket Sweep

1990Show5 seasons5 episodesTV-PG

74
GoodGoodWatch score

A heartwarming, nostalgic reality series about everyday modern life and show business.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

Where to watch

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Not for tears, brutality or big ideas.

Shows with

Episodes

5 seasons · 5 episodes · best: S1E1 "Episode #1.1" 7.3

Episodes

7.3

Story

An American television game show combining an ordinary team-based quiz show with the novel concept of a live, timed race through a supermarket.

Feels like

  • Game Show
  • Nostalgic TV
  • Lighthearted Competition
  • Family Entertainment
  • Pop Culture Icon
  • Retro Charm
  • Quick Thinking
  • Shopping Spree
  • Timed Race

Cast

Crew

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

February 5, 1990 · February 9, 1990 · Ended

First aired
February 5, 1990
Last aired
February 9, 1990
Status
Ended
Length
5 seasons · 5 episodes
Age rating
TV-PG
Genres
Reality
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
3 countries

Tropes

Achievements in Ignorance, The Announcer, Follow the Plotted Line +9

  • Achievements in Ignorance
  • The Announcer
  • Follow the Plotted Line
  • Lame Pun Reaction
  • Waiting Puzzle
  • Failed a Spot Check
  • Obvious Rule Patch
  • Retired Game Show Element
  • Boring, but Practical
  • Bonus Round
  • Show the Folks at Home
  • Curb-Stomp Battle

12 of 47 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream Supermarket Sweep?"

Questions about Supermarket Sweep

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Supermarket Sweep?

In the United States, Supermarket Sweep streams on Peacock, and it is free with ads on Plex and Tubi TV. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is Supermarket Sweep worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74 (IMDb 7.5).

Is Supermarket Sweep okay for kids?

TV-PG

Yes: it's rated TV-PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Supermarket Sweep?

3 h

About 3 hours: 5 episodes in 5 seasons of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1990 to 1990.

Can I half-watch Supermarket Sweep?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 2 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching Supermarket Sweep?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for wholesome and 6 for hopefulness.

What tropes does Supermarket Sweep use?

Achievements in IgnoranceThe AnnouncerFollow the Plotted LineLame Pun ReactionWaiting PuzzleFailed a Spot CheckObvious Rule PatchRetired Game Show ElementBoring, but PracticalBonus RoundShow the Folks at HomeCurb-Stomp Battleand 35 more

TV Tropes lists 47 tropes for it, including Achievements in Ignorance, The Announcer, and Follow the Plotted Line.