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MacGyver

2016·Show
94Episodes in5Seasons·TV-14
IMDb5.5Metacritic384.4Rotten Tomatoes–68%
Episode ratings

Where to watch

Paramount+The Roku

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MacGyver fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance4
  • Hopefulness4
  • Family Dynamics4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion5
  • Dialogue Centrality4
  • Rewatchability3

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6
  • Intrigue6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • 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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Episode ratings

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About

No man has done more with less.

20-something Angus MacGyver creates a clandestine organization where he uses his knack for solving problems in unconventional ways to help prevent disasters from happening.
Procedural Crime DramaTeam-Based ActionLight Mystery SolvingCompetent ProfessionalsLow-Stakes ThrillerModern Technology FocusFriendship DynamicsFormulaic but Fun

Crew

Directed by:
Stephen Herek, David Straiton, Duane Clark
Written by:
Lee David Zlotoff, Craig S. O'Neill, Brian Durkin
Produced by:
Lucas Till, Ted Babcock
Composed by:
Keith Power

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about MacGyver

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream MacGyver legally?

Paramount+The Roku

MacGyver is included with a subscription to Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Paramount+. 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 MacGyver worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 5.5 and Metacritic 38). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is MacGyver rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong language

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

How many seasons does MacGyver have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 94 episodes of about 42 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on MacGyver?

Critics38
Audiences56

Not quite. Audiences rate MacGyver higher (56) than critics (38). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did MacGyver air?

It ran from 2016 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is MacGyver in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch MacGyver?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for MacGyver in 20 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does MacGyver use?

Chekhov's GunNanomachinesNebulous Evil OrganisationPainting the MediumThe RevealLocking MacGyver in the Store CupboardBatman Cold OpenIdiosyncratic Episode NamingArtistic License – BiologyImprovised WeaponA.I. Is a CrapshootSoft Glassand 77 more

TV Tropes lists 89 storytelling tropes for MacGyver, including Chekhov's Gun, Nanomachines, Nebulous Evil Organisation.