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Wiseguy

1987·Show
75Episodes in4Seasons·TV-14
IMDb7.8Metacritic564.6
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Wiseguy fingerprint

High energy, immersive world, a touch of humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting10
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

With friends like his who needs enemies

Vinnie Terranova does time in a New Jersey penitentiary to set up his undercover role as an agent for the OCB (Organized Crime Bureau) of the United States. His roots in a traditional Italian city neighborhood form the underlying dramatic base throughout the series, bringing him into conflict with his conservative mother and other family members while acting undercover as syndicate enforcer.
Gritty Crime DramaUndercover TensionComplex Family ConflictKen Wahl Performance80s RealismMoral AmbiguityOrganized Crime EpicPsychological Toll of EspionageCharacter-Driven Narrative

Crew

Directed by:
Robert Iscove, Bill Corcoran, William A. Fraker
Written by:
Suzanne Oshry, David J. Burke, John Schulian
Produced by:
Rod Holcomb, Les Sheldon, David J. Burke

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Wiseguy

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Wiseguy legally?

PrimefuboTVPeacockThe RokuFandango at Home FreePluto TVShout! Factory TVPlex

Wiseguy is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Pluto TV, and Shout! Factory TV. 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 Wiseguy worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 7.8 and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Wiseguy rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How many seasons does Wiseguy have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 75 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Wiseguy?

Critics56
Audiences62

Yes. Critics average 56 and audiences 62 out of 100, so both groups see Wiseguy much the same way.

When did Wiseguy air?

It ran from 1987 to 1990 and has ended.

What language is Wiseguy in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Wiseguy?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wiseguy in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Wiseguy use?

Fire-Forged FriendsIdentical GrandsonEvil BritAntagonist in MourningPerma-StubblePolice BrutalityTeeth-Clenched TeamworkOrderlies are CreepsFaking the DeadPointy-Haired BossProfessional KillerVillainous Breakdownand 155 more

TV Tropes lists 167 storytelling tropes for Wiseguy, including Fire-Forged Friends, Identical Grandson, Evil Brit.