Real People

1979 – 1984Show6 seasons29 episodesNR

60
DecentGoodWatch score
60
DecentGoodWatch score

Summary

A weekly primetime newsmagazine that profiled funny, human interest stories. Instead of featuring celebrities, this show searched out humorous individuals, situations and events that highlighted the common man.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Party vibe

Skip it if

  • You want dark or edgy material

Where to watch

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Not streaming in any country yet.

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Not for scares, brutality or big ideas.

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Facts

April 18, 1979 · May 9, 1984 · Ended

First aired
April 18, 1979
Last aired
May 9, 1984
Status
Ended
Length
6 seasons · 29 episodes
Age rating
NR
Genres
Reality
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
5 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is Real People worth watching?"

Questions about Real People

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Real People worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60 (IMDb 7.1).

Is Real People okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Real People?

29 h

About 29 hours: 29 episodes in 6 seasons of about 60 minutes each, aired from 1979 to 1984.

Can I half-watch Real People?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 2 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching Real People?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 8 for wholesome.