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On My Block

2018 – 2021Show4 seasons38 episodesTV-14

Comedy
79
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8Metacritic697.2Rotten Tomatoes93%81%

A violent, romantic comedy series about growing up and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

Skip it if graphic violence bothers you

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Not for scares.

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Episodes

4 seasons · 38 episodes · best: S1E10 "Chapter Ten" 8.9

Episodes

8.0
8.1
8.1
7.7

Story

In a rough Los Angeles neighborhood, four smart, funny and streetwise teens find their lifelong friendship tested as they begin high school.

Feels like

  • Urban Teen Dramedy
  • Found Family Bonds
  • Systemic Inequality Critique
  • High School Survival
  • Latino Cultural Authenticity
  • Gang Violence Realism
  • Witty Ensemble Chemistry
  • Emotional Coming-of-Age
  • Hip-Hop Soundtrack Integration

Cast

12 of 12 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Lauren Iungerich, Paula Garcés
Written by
Lauren Iungerich
Music by
Kovas

Everyone

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

Facts

March 16, 2018 · October 4, 2021 · Ended

First aired
March 16, 2018
Last aired
October 4, 2021
Status
Ended
Length
4 seasons · 38 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Drug Use, Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
131 countries

Tropes

Thou Shalt Not Kill, Sixth Ranger, Oppressive Immigration Enforcement +9

  • Thou Shalt Not Kill
  • Sixth Ranger
  • Oppressive Immigration Enforcement
  • But Not Too Black
  • Aren't You Going to Ravish Me?
  • Blood-Splattered Wedding Dress
  • Forced from Their Home
  • Maybe Magic, Maybe Mundane
  • Purple Is Powerful
  • Loose Lips
  • Irony
  • The Dreaded

12 of 49 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream On My Block?"

Questions about On My Block

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream On My Block?

Netflix

In the United States, On My Block streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is On My Block worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 69).

Is On My Block okay for kids?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDrug useSexual contentDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence, strong language, drug use, sexual content, and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Will On My Block make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (8 of 10).

Is On My Block good for date night?

and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

What tropes does On My Block use?

Thou Shalt Not KillSixth RangerOppressive Immigration EnforcementBut Not Too BlackAren't You Going to Ravish Me?Blood-Splattered Wedding DressForced from Their HomeMaybe Magic, Maybe MundanePurple Is PowerfulLoose LipsIronyThe Dreadedand 37 more

TV Tropes lists 49 tropes for it, including Thou Shalt Not Kill, Sixth Ranger, and Oppressive Immigration Enforcement.