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The Family Man

2019·Show
26Episodes in3Seasons·TV-PG
IMDb8.6Rotten Tomatoes94%77%
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Where to watch

Prime

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The Family Man fingerprint

Masterful craft, high energy.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Cringe Humor4
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Narrative Structure9

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

The story of a middle-class man who works for a special cell of the National Investigation Agency. While he tries to protect the nation from terrorists, he also has to protect his family from the impact of his secretive, high-pressure, and low paying job.
Espionage ThrillerFamily DramaIndian OriginalCounter-TerrorismDouble Life NarrativeHigh StakesSocial CommentaryIntricate PlottingCharacter-Driven

Crew

Directed by:
Raj Nidimoru, Krishna D.K., Suman Kumar
Written by:
Raj Nidimoru, Krishna D.K., Suman Kumar
Produced by:
Raj Nidimoru, Krishna D.K.
Composed by:
Ketan Sodha

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Family Man

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Family Man legally?

Prime

The Family Man is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Family Man worth watching?

87
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 8.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 94%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Family Man rated?

TV-PGViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Family Man have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 26 episodes and is still in production.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Family Man?

Critics94
Audiences82

Not quite. Critics rate The Family Man higher (94) than audiences (82). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did The Family Man air?

It started in 2019 and is still in production.

What language is The Family Man in?

HindiTamilEnglish

It was made in Hindi, with some Tamil, English. Produced in India.

In how many countries can I watch The Family Man?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Family Man in 133 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Family Man use?

CliffhangerNot-So-Harmless VillainAw, Look! They Really Do Love Each OtherDark and Troubled PastSir Swears-a-LotOh, Crap!Vitriolic Best BudsEven Bad Men Love Their MamasDid They or Didn't They?Nice Job Breaking It, Hero!Children Are InnocentRunning Gagand 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for The Family Man, including Cliffhanger, Not-So-Harmless Villain, Aw, Look! They Really Do Love Each Other.