Charmed

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Season 1
Season #: 8, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 114 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 88 out of 114
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 114
  3. Negative: 22 out of 114
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  1. Jems
    Sep 10, 2010
    7
    It has a good looking cast, some good plots to begin with and the characters are likeable.
    However the plot starts to go down hill when the character Prue dies and they miraculously find
    another sister - Paige (Rose McGowan) who is a bad actress in comparison to (Shannen Doherty) who plays Prue. Not only does the plot get confusing with the revelation of a new sister but they always win    It has a good looking cast, some good plots to begin with and the characters are likeable.
    However the plot starts to go down hill when the character Prue dies and they miraculously find
    another sister - Paige (Rose McGowan) who is a bad actress in comparison to (Shannen Doherty) who plays Prue. Not only does the plot get confusing with the revelation of a new sister but they always win and no main characters die. I used to love watching this film but the last time I watched it I found it embarrassing to watch due to the corny feel of the whole episode. A good programme sticks to reality having good things and bad things happen which create empathy towards the programme's audience.    … Expand
  2. SiAScORCH
    Nov 5, 2014
    8
    I'm not sure why the critic reviews are low, but I don't agree with them at all. This show was interesting and has a lot of magic stuff if you're into that, which I am so it was a real good show to watch for me. You get your favorite characters like in all shows, but it's always something neat to watch because you don't know what to expect next. I could say sometimes it seemed a bitI'm not sure why the critic reviews are low, but I don't agree with them at all. This show was interesting and has a lot of magic stuff if you're into that, which I am so it was a real good show to watch for me. You get your favorite characters like in all shows, but it's always something neat to watch because you don't know what to expect next. I could say sometimes it seemed a bit repetitive but still, it had good romance and action along with plot twists. So overall I think it's worth rating an 8.… Expand
  3. RogerSmith97
    Apr 10, 2011
    8
    Charmed-
    The 1st Season Of Charmed Was One Of The Years Best. The Cast Then Till Season 4 (Alyssa Milino, Holly Marie Combs, And Shannen Doherty) Were All Great.. Yes I Have To Say Season One Has One Of My Leas Favorite Ep's Of ALL Time.. But The Show And This Season Overall Is Great. The Only Bad Thing Is T.W. King Was On This Season.. Uggg Hate Him :)
    Overall This Season Of Charmed Will    Charmed-
    The 1st Season Of Charmed Was One Of The Years Best. The Cast Then Till Season 4 (Alyssa Milino, Holly Marie Combs, And Shannen Doherty) Were All Great.. Yes I Have To Say Season One Has One Of My Leas Favorite Ep's Of ALL Time.. But The Show And This Season Overall Is Great. The Only Bad Thing Is T.W. King Was On This Season.. Uggg Hate Him :)
    Overall This Season Of Charmed Will Be Scored A 8    … Expand
  4. anisax92
    Jul 16, 2011
    8
    Overall, this was a very good show. Although at times I did feel that it did come across as quite cheesy. Personally, I preferred it when the new sister Paige (Rose McGowan) came onto the show as she brought something new and fresh to the table. The acting, although good could be quite weak at times which was disappointing.
  5. Tss5078
    Feb 23, 2013
    8
    On the surface, Charmed looks to be just another WB teen show. After all, the cast is loaded with former teen idols. Looks however can be deceiving! Charmed is a very solid mix of comedy and science fiction that leaves the fan craving more. I could sit and watch episodes of this show for hours!

    Three sisters reunite for the funeral of the grandmother that raised them. After the funeral,    On the surface, Charmed looks to be just another WB teen show. After all, the cast is loaded with former teen idols. Looks however can be deceiving! Charmed is a very solid mix of comedy and science fiction that leaves the fan craving more. I could sit and watch episodes of this show for hours!

    Three sisters reunite for the funeral of the grandmother that raised them. After the funeral, they are going through the house and find a lot of things that lead them to believe their grandmother was into witch craft. After being attacked, investigating more, and being visited by some ghosts, the sisters learn that they are the decedents of a very powerful family of magicians. They are in fact legendary witches known as the charmed ones, who for thousands of years have been prophesized as the ones who finally tip the balance between good and evil to our side!

    The show starts with them learning about their powers and ends with them trying to fulfill their destinies. Holly Marie Combes plays older sister Piper and while never the big name star of the show, she is by far the most interesting and entertaining character. Eventually the show comes to center around her and her family within the show. Personally, I think this is what saved the show after the early departure of one of its stars.

    Charmed is eight seasons of magic, action, comedy, love, tragedy, and just plain fun. Being that it has a cast of all former teen idols, with low rating, on what is nowhere near a major network, the show didn't get the recognition that it deserved, but it is a terrific show! You can currently catch re-runs early mornings on TNT and of course watch it online. If you've got some time, I'd defiantly suggest checking it out!    … Expand
  6. imhellspawn1
    Mar 8, 2014
    10
    I have to disagree with the negative critic review because charmed has magic and some black magic that is contained with it demons, Witches time traveling and of course a cat the los angeles times reporter must have only watched the pilot to it something this Wicca way comes.
  7. TW236
    Aug 12, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The first season was great. The second season was even better, and the third was just brilliant!!! Now, let's talk about why I didn't like Series 4 - 5 . Prue. She was gone, killed off because her co-star Alyssa Milano (Phoebe) was a b*tch to her off screen. Paige was a crap character at first, but by season six, Paige had come into her own character, better than Prue. Series 6 was trash, skippable, but crucial to the storyline, series 7 picked up and it was charmed again, but the final series, that was rushed and too cliched.… Expand
  8. samanthalove
    Oct 15, 2018
    10
    Seasons 1 to 4 are absolutely amazing, the rest of the show carries out enjoyable still.
  9. Salonia
    Feb 10, 2013
    5
    Charmed is a prime example of a show that fell apart the longer it went on. The first few seasons are held back by low 90s quality, though unfortunately this is also when the writing and characterization is at its best. The show becomes glossier and showier as it continues, with really neat magic displays and great picture quality. But it also loses sight of what the show is supposed to beCharmed is a prime example of a show that fell apart the longer it went on. The first few seasons are held back by low 90s quality, though unfortunately this is also when the writing and characterization is at its best. The show becomes glossier and showier as it continues, with really neat magic displays and great picture quality. But it also loses sight of what the show is supposed to be about: the bond of sisterhood, and it sadly spirals into centering on constant relationship whining and being inconvenienced by magic instead. The female leads become pettier and pettier as the seasons drag on, as well as overtly sexualized. Once you get into about the middle of the series and beyond, expect a lot of cleavage bouncing around and arms being manically waving in the air as shrill complaints about men and magic spew until a slew of demons get killed and the credits roll on a happy, sentimental note. It just all starts to bleed together and every mildly interesting trick, like body swaps and possessions, are used a dozen or more times. In short, it quickly becomes pointless after about season 4, and even in all of that time it never really manages to surpass "pretty good". Rarely will you get anything too deep or original. Go ahead if you're a giant genre fan but be prepared to wonder why you're even bothering after already putting in quite a bit of time. You might become trapped in feeling obligated to finish the whole thing despite no longer being very invested or having a lot of excitement in where it's going.… Expand
  10. AliaMcKenzie
    Nov 1, 2018
    10
    This series is part of my childhood and present. It has a feeling of warmth and genuinness that is rarely captured in ANY tv show since. The seasons may have gotten a bit wobbly but what always holds them together is the acting of the extremely talented actresses.. They managed to radiate a feeling of REAL magic, and conveyed such a naturalness. Watching, every scene the actresses were inThis series is part of my childhood and present. It has a feeling of warmth and genuinness that is rarely captured in ANY tv show since. The seasons may have gotten a bit wobbly but what always holds them together is the acting of the extremely talented actresses.. They managed to radiate a feeling of REAL magic, and conveyed such a naturalness. Watching, every scene the actresses were in came off as if they weren't even acting. This is truly a case where the actresses were the saving grace of the show. They did beautifully... and this series holds up throughout time. It doesn't age. I love it.… Expand
  11. Sassyred60
    Dec 4, 2018
    7
    I loved and watched the original, and while this is not that, I still really like it! Sometimes it is a bit hokey with the demons, but I love the humor and Harry. He is funny/charming. I DVR it and look forward to watching every week. I am glad to see Sarah Jeffrey after my fave Shades of Blue cancelled. I think she is a good actress, probably the best of the three girls. Please renew it!I loved and watched the original, and while this is not that, I still really like it! Sometimes it is a bit hokey with the demons, but I love the humor and Harry. He is funny/charming. I DVR it and look forward to watching every week. I am glad to see Sarah Jeffrey after my fave Shades of Blue cancelled. I think she is a good actress, probably the best of the three girls. Please renew it! I think it is funnier than the original and would be disappointed to see it end too soon.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

9
#9 Best TV Season of 1998
2
#2 Most Discussed TV Season of 1998
4
#4 Most Shared TV Season of 1998

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
61

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 26
  3. Negative: 1 out of 26
  1. People Weekly
    Reviewed by: Terry Kelleher
    Jun 27, 2013
    67
    Alternating—or rather, wavering—between frightening and funny, the show has yet to establish a clear identity beyond its-status as a post-teenage teammate of The WB's popular Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
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  2. San Diego Union-Tribune
    Reviewed by: Robert P. Laurence
    Jun 18, 2013
    88
    It's that tongue-in-cheek, lighthearted mood that elevates "Charmed" from the dreary, self-important solemnity that hangs like a pall over so much so-called fantasy and science fiction. [6 Oct 1998, p.E-1]
  3. Newark Star-Ledger
    Reviewed by: Alan Sepinwall
    Jun 18, 2013
    60
    Doherty and Milano, together with some silly dialogue and plots, promise some good campy fun. The problems come whenever their third sibling, played by Holly Marie Combs ("Picket Fences"), is on screen. You see, Combs can actually act, and whenever she starts to emote, she gives the trashy proceedings a bit more reality than they can handle. [7 Oct 1998, p.39]
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