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Parks and Recreation

2009·Show
122Episodes in7Seasons·TV-14
IMDb8.6Metacritic678.5Rotten Tomatoes93%89%
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PeacockPeacock Premium+

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Funny, strong craft, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline1
  • Tension1

Heart

Uplifting and nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Nostalgia9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Satire & Parody6

World

Everyday modern life, politics, and family

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Because parks don't grow on trees.

In an attempt to beautify her town — and advance her career — Leslie Knope, a mid-level bureaucrat in the Parks and Recreation Department of Pawnee, Indiana, takes on bureaucrats, cranky neighbors, and single-issue fanatics whose weapons are lawsuits, the jumble of city codes, and the democratic process she loves so much.
Ensemble Workplace ComedyHeartfelt OptimismMockumentary StyleCharacter-Driven HumorSmall-Town PoliticsNostalgic Comfort FoodFound Family DynamicsSharp DialogueFeel-Good Atmosphere

Crew

Directed by:
Dean Holland, Ken Whittingham, Michael Schur
Written by:
Harris Wittels, Michael Schur, Alan Yang
Produced by:
David Hyman, Amy Poehler, Morgan Sackett

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Parks and Recreation

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Parks and Recreation legally?

PeacockPeacock Premium+

Parks and Recreation is included with a subscription to Peacock and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. 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 Parks and Recreation worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.6, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Parks and Recreation rated?

TV-14Strong language

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

How many seasons does Parks and Recreation have?

7 seasons

It has 7 seasons with 122 episodes of about 22 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Parks and Recreation?

Critics80
Audiences87

Yes. Critics average 80 and audiences 87 out of 100, so both groups see Parks and Recreation much the same way.

When did Parks and Recreation air?

It ran from 2009 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is Parks and Recreation in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Parks and Recreation?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Parks and Recreation in 79 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Parks and Recreation use?

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TV Tropes lists 584 storytelling tropes for Parks and Recreation, including Bilingual Bonus, Butt-Monkey, Racist Grandpa.