Brothers & Sisters

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Season 1
  • Network: ABC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 24, 2006
Season #: 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 172 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 132 out of 172
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 172
  3. Negative: 29 out of 172
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  1. shadowofforms
    Dec 17, 2016
    10
    I've watched this series back and forth many times. So much drama without being a soap. There are also many hilarious moments.

    Good characters, storyline. One of the best TV shows I have ever watched in my life. Too bad there are so few many TV shows that come close to B&S (Parenthood is fine, but doesn't hit the mark like B&S does.)

    The first few seasons are better than the later ones.
  2. RacheliG.
    Oct 28, 2008
    10
    An amazing drama, from the kind we don't have any more on TV. A great acting from all the cast and well scripted show. I cant wait for the next episode, especially now that Justin and Rebbecca are together.
  3. GL
    May 14, 2008
    10
    Love the show!! Rob Lowe should stay on permanently!! Chemistry between him and Calista is amazing!
  4. AnneN
    Mar 25, 2008
    10
    Loved it! Absolutely great cast. Didn't think I could ever watch Rob Lowe again after his sex debacle with the 15 year old, but i get past it. Sally Fields carries it, I think. She is just so wonderful to watch perform. And, Glover, ain't bad.
  5. Jane
    Mar 12, 2008
    10
    One of the best TV show, remind us how important family is and how it should be. Regardless how we are, who we are.... good quality show and wonderful casts
  6. SusanL.
    Mar 1, 2008
    8
    An upper middle-class family warts and all. Good stuff.
  7. KevinL.
    Nov 16, 2007
    10
    Brothers and Sisters is a brilliantly crafted drama that brings such a diverse amount of plots to it. The drama resembles so closely to the many different problems that may face us sometime and the show genuinely creates an atmosphere where you are able to connect with the characters. The pilot is somewhat uninteresting, but the season moves along in such a manner that makes it more Brothers and Sisters is a brilliantly crafted drama that brings such a diverse amount of plots to it. The drama resembles so closely to the many different problems that may face us sometime and the show genuinely creates an atmosphere where you are able to connect with the characters. The pilot is somewhat uninteresting, but the season moves along in such a manner that makes it more compelling. With an amazing cast that brings out the best and worst in the characters that we see, Brothers and Sisters is easily a favorite.… Expand
  8. KimberlyT
    Nov 7, 2007
    9
    Anyone who knows anything about family relationships has to love this show. it's dramatic, funny, and best of all, the characters are real. its the only show i think is worth watching nowadays.
  9. GuyD
    Jul 19, 2007
    10
    Who are all these sad old fashioned out-of-touch pitiful homophobic people...? why are they so scared?? It's a good show, well acted, and incredibly entertaining.
  10. JOeH.
    Jun 30, 2007
    10
    I cannot believe all the homophobic comments! I mean, the gay thing makes me want to watch it more! Especially the kissing!
  11. Mitchell
    Jun 11, 2007
    10
    A WONDERFUL family drama! And to the homophobic remark: WAKE UP. ITS THE YEAR 2007.
  12. IridaS.
    Jun 8, 2007
    10
    It a amazing show,I like it very much and I'm happy that it's being transmitted also in Italy.I hope they can renew it for a lot of seasons.
  13. veronical.
    Jun 7, 2007
    10
    brilliant show -- just wanted to say that jeff w's homophobic review is so sad. i not only admire but also enjoy the gay storylines on the show, and i hope that one day folks like jeff realise how normal homesexuality is, and get over their prejudice.
  14. Sahil
    Jun 1, 2007
    10
    Incredibly Addictive, Very smart, Extremely good acting, Culturally relevant...in short, the Best show on TV. Any review that finds the interactions unnatural has either far too functional of a family, or far too dysfunctional, because the awkward and tense but loving dynamics are pulled off flawlessly. I'm so impressed!
  15. BruceT.
    May 23, 2007
    10
    The highlight of my TV year. Sally Field is absolutely brilliant!
  16. Laura
    May 22, 2007
    10
    I am absolutely in love with this show. The Walker family is one to watch, see how they grow and love each other through everything. Witty, emotional, and real.
  17. veeb.
    May 18, 2007
    9
    well done dysfunctional family drama. nice cast.
  18. TimS
    May 11, 2007
    10
    The best show on TV. So smart and brilliantly acted. Please please please keep this show around.
  19. WillS
    Apr 23, 2007
    10
    Wonderful show, a compelling family drama with great characters all around.
  20. Melody
    Apr 2, 2007
    10
    The homophobic comments by various other writers on this site are appalling. Terrific adult show with complex characters and relationships.
  21. et
    Mar 8, 2007
    10
    Brilliantly written! Unless you're homophobic this is ensemble at its best.
  22. BelindaS
    Feb 22, 2007
    10
    Compelling family series. Hope they won't copy Ally McBeal's love stories. It's brothers' and sisters' show after all.
  23. FrankA
    Feb 10, 2007
    10
    The best new show on TV (along with UGLY BETTY!)
  24. carola
    Feb 8, 2007
    10
    This show is funny, cleaver, and it really holds my attention. I am hoping that it will be continued for another season as it has been my favorite show this season. The acting and the writing have been outstanding. I an particularly glad that it can be watched in streaming videoon the computer.
  25. SeanD
    Feb 6, 2007
    10
    This show speaks very true to many families in America, it is both very thoughtful and funny. Each episode will bring a laugh, tear, and an overall good message And to the southern cornhole homophones that can't join the real America (ei: East Coast, Midwest, and West Coast), believe it or not, there are gay people in America, in hundreds of thousands of families! *SHOCK*! Get with This show speaks very true to many families in America, it is both very thoughtful and funny. Each episode will bring a laugh, tear, and an overall good message And to the southern cornhole homophones that can't join the real America (ei: East Coast, Midwest, and West Coast), believe it or not, there are gay people in America, in hundreds of thousands of families! *SHOCK*! Get with the program and educate yourself, this isn't softcore porn.… Expand
  26. DevonS
    Jan 30, 2007
    10
    Think of how high the average would be if STUPID homophobes would stop posting on here.. Well, heres my thought on you homophobes, dont watch the show, oh and by the way THE BIBLE says not to judge, but it is all you people EVER do.. This show is a great show, and definitely the best family drama EVER...
  27. krisj
    Jan 30, 2007
    10
    Ok, first off I cant believe they allowed R TYLER to post such an ignorant thought... Anyways, This is one of the best shows to come around for A VERY long time...
  28. ChrisN
    Jan 30, 2007
    10
    I agree with Amber B.... This is definately the best show on television to this date (next to the dearly departed Buffy) The acting is amazing, and the characters are so real)
  29. RamonG
    Jan 29, 2007
    10
    I can't get enough
  30. NicoleW
    Jan 26, 2007
    10
    True to life family dysfunction - LOVE IT! Flockhart and Lowe smoke it up!
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#70 Best TV Season of 2006
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#18 Most Discussed TV Season of 2006
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#50 Most Shared TV Season of 2006

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Metascore
51

Mixed or average reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 27
  3. Negative: 7 out of 27
  1. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    60
    On the glossy surface, it’s an earnestly predictable but impeccably produced soap opera. [13 Sep 2006]
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Gillian Flynn
    50
    The pilot was reshot, and it shows--the timing lurches and scenes grind into each other. [22 Sep 2006, p.90]
  3. Variety
    Reviewed by: Brian Lowry
    30
    The show seems as if it desperately yearns to be a worthy companion to "Housewives" but lacks the requisite bite, despite political references meant to feel edgy that prove mostly banal.
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