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Barbara

1999 – 2003Show4 seasons28 episodes

Comedy
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.4
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.4

Summary

Barbara is a British sitcom starring Gwen Taylor in the title role. A pilot was broadcast in 1995, and three series were then televised from 1999 to 2003.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Kids

Where to watch

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Not streaming in any country yet.

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Not for scares, brutality or big ideas.

Shows with

Barbara episodes

4 seasons · 28 episodes

  1. S2 E9 Wedding, 8.3
  1. S3 E3 Valentine, 8.2

Cast

10 of 10 · most episodes first

Facts

June 27, 1999 · April 4, 2003 · Ended

First aired
June 27, 1999
Last aired
April 4, 2003
Status
Ended
Length
4 seasons · 28 episodes
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English

Tropes

Manchild, Eye Cam, Game Show Appearance +9

Q&A

6 questions, like "Is Barbara worth watching?"

Questions about Barbara

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Barbara worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64 (IMDb 6.4).

Is Barbara okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Barbara?

14 h

About 14 hours: 28 episodes in 4 seasons of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1999 to 2003.

Will Barbara make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (7 of 10).

Can I half-watch Barbara?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

What tropes does Barbara use?

ManchildEye CamGame Show AppearanceBasement DwellerPilotBaby's First WordsBaby CarriageApology GiftCreepy CrossdresserShout-OutStag PartyHarpoon Gunand 48 more

TV Tropes lists 60 tropes for it, including Manchild, Eye Cam, and Game Show Appearance.