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State of the Union

2019·Show
20Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA
80
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Funny, immersive world, low-key.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7
  • Romance6

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy

  • Wit & Wordplay9
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Cringe Humor5

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • Novelty8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting10
  • Dialogue Quality10
  • Character Depth9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

10 episodes. 10 minutes each. No commitment.

Tom and Louise meet in a pub immediately before their weekly marital therapy session. With each successive episode we piece together how their lives were, what drew them together and what has started to pull them apart.
Intimate Relationship DramaSharp DialogueCharacter StudyMarital StrugglesContemporary RealismBittersweet HumorExceptional ActingNon-Linear Revelation

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about State of the Union

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream State of the Union legally?

State of the Union is included with a subscription to Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now, and Spectrum On Demand in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is State of the Union worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 79). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is State of the Union rated?

TV-MAStrong languageSexual content

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.

How many seasons does State of the Union have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 20 episodes of about 10 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on State of the Union?

Critics87
Audiences77

Not quite. Critics rate State of the Union higher (87) than audiences (77). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did State of the Union air?

It ran from 2019 to 2022 and has ended.

What language is State of the Union in?

EnglishPortuguese

It was made in English, with some Portuguese. Produced in United Kingdom, France, United States.

In how many countries can I watch State of the Union?

21ATAUBMCACYCZDEDKFIGBGGGIGRIE+7

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for State of the Union in 21 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does State of the Union use?

British BrevityMy LocalUgly Guy, Hot WifeGuys are Slobs

TV Tropes lists 4 storytelling tropes for State of the Union, including British Brevity, My Local, Ugly Guy, Hot Wife.