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The Good Side of Life

2016Show1 season190 episodes

DramaSoap
73
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6

A deeply romantic, nostalgic soap series about history and family, with standout performances and world-building.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not streaming in United States. Where it is:

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

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Story

In search of his origins, he is reunited with the love of his life.

The Good Side of Life tells the story of a naïve young man from the countryside who was abandoned as a newborn against the will of his mother, and who goes to the big city to look for her. There he will also have the chance to meet the love of his life once again. Candinho's optimism and good humor are his allies against life's difficulties, including the plots of two scoundrels that cross his path.

Feels like

  • Historical Period Drama
  • Romantic Telenovela
  • Brazilian Cultural Heritage
  • Nostalgic Atmosphere
  • Wholesome Family Saga
  • Classic Star-Crossed Lovers
  • Rural vs Urban Contrast
  • Emotional Melodrama
  • High Production Value
  • Comfort Viewing

Cast

24 of 49 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Jorge Fernando
Written by
Maria Elisa Berredo, Vinícius Vianna, Walcyr Carrasco
Music by
Mú Carvalho, Marcel Klemm

Everyone

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Facts

January 18, 2016 · August 25, 2016 · Ended

First aired
January 18, 2016
Last aired
August 25, 2016
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 190 episodes
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Soap, Drama, Comedy
Original language
Portuguese
Made in
Brazil
Available in
1 country

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Good Side of Life?"

Questions about The Good Side of Life

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Good Side of Life?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is The Good Side of Life worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73 (IMDb 7.6).

Is The Good Side of Life okay for kids?

ViolenceStrong language

Yes: its content advisories are violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The Good Side of Life make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly situational comedy (7 of 10) and sharp wit (6 of 10).

Is The Good Side of Life good for date night?

and 6 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Good Side of Life in English?

Portuguese

No, it was made in Portuguese.