Beverly Hills, 90210

FOX | Release Date: October 4, 1990

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53	METASCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 13 Critic Reviews

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Rick KoganJun 28, 2013

Season 1 Review: Given Fox's proclivity for outrageousness, Beverly Hills, 90210 (the number refers to the California city's ZIP code) is like totally tame, dudes. Though its premiere does include a teenage champagne-fueled romp in a hot tub, a near loss of virginity, and much conversation about sex, it treats the subject with uncommon sensitivity and understanding. [4 Oct 1990, p.C19]

Mark HarrisJun 12, 2013

Season 8 Review: Whether longtime viewers are watching 90210 out of nostalgic affection or genuine curiosity, this durably sweet-natured series deserves credit for not selling their goodwill short. Read full review

Lisa SchwarzbaumJun 11, 2013

Season 5 Review: That life has gone on satisfactorily in the zip code even after the departure of the enjoyably moody, intense Brenda Walsh (Shannen Doherty) is one of the great strengths of 90210. Read full review

Ken TuckerJun 10, 2013

Season 2 Review: In recent months, though, 90210's status as a pop event is getting in the way of good storytelling; increasingly, the show squanders its charm on heavy-handed social moralizing. Read full review

Hal BoedekerJun 28, 2013

Season 1 Review: A stylish but familiar high school story, one that's considerably easier to take than two of this TV season's other back-to-school efforts: "Parker Lewis Can't Lose" and "Ferris Bueller". And, it's less frenetic than "Hull High". The show's greatest assets are Priestley and Doherty, who are appealing even when the storylines aren't. [4 Oct 1990, p.G1]