Girlfriends

2018·Show
6Episodes in1Season·NR
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Metacritic876.1Rotten Tomatoes80%–

Where to watch

HooplaAcorn TVAcornTVSpectrum On Demand

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Girlfriends fingerprint

Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Wholesome and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Wholesome7
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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About

After the dramatic and sudden death of Linda's husband Micky, childhood friends Linda, Sue and Gail find themselves back together again. Each has their own problems to face; from a looming divorce from the husband she still loves and the loss of a high-powered job through age discrimination, to juggling the endless responsibilities of their grandchildren and aging mothers.
Midlife DramaFemale FriendshipRelatable StrugglesSocial CommentaryCharacter-DrivenEmotional JourneyContemporary RealismHeartfeltBritish DramaResilience

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Girlfriends

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Girlfriends legally?

HooplaAcorn TVAcornTVSpectrum On Demand

Girlfriends is included with a subscription to Acorn TV and Spectrum On Demand in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Girlfriends worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 80%, and Metacritic 87). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Girlfriends rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How many seasons does Girlfriends have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 6 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Girlfriends?

Critics84
Audiences64

Not quite. Critics rate Girlfriends higher (84) than audiences (64). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Girlfriends air?

It ran from 2018 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is Girlfriends in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Girlfriends?

5AUCAGBNZUS

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

What tropes does Girlfriends use?

Surprise PartyBlonde, Brunette, RedheadParents as PeopleNot Quite DeadTil Murder Do Us PartBritish BrevityHeterosexual Life-PartnersDomestic AbuseOpen-Minded Parent

TV Tropes lists 9 storytelling tropes for Girlfriends, including Surprise Party, Blonde, Brunette, Redhead, Parents as People.

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