Parenthood

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC , PBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Mar 2, 2010
Season #: 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 131 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 109 out of 131
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 131
  3. Negative: 11 out of 131
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  1. mmeneely621
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This is one of the best shows I've seen in a long time. It's got real life stories that make you laugh and then will have you crying 5 mins later. I hope this show stays on for a long time.
  2. CRLoyo
    Oct 15, 2011
    10
    The show is thoughtful, warm, hilarious at times, endearing, and last but not least - real. It is a show not to miss. You can't help but love the characters. You want to know them and sit at the family table at dinner and join in. You want your own family to face hard time and good times with such honesty and support. Love it!
  3. froggytuff
    Oct 25, 2010
    10
    Love the show, the characters, the diiferent families.
    I like this better than Brothers and sisters; B&S is just so chaotic and they're always arguing. I like this family drama as they deal with their daily lives and how they each deal with it. Love Monica Potter adn Sam Jeiger (Spelling....(Plays Joel)!
    Their teenage kids also deal with their problems, so we have the parents problems,    Love the show, the characters, the diiferent families.
    I like this better than Brothers and sisters; B&S is just so chaotic and they're always arguing. I like this family drama as they deal with their daily lives and how they each deal with it. Love Monica Potter adn Sam Jeiger (Spelling....(Plays Joel)!
    Their teenage kids also deal with their problems, so we have the parents problems, grandparents problems as well as the kids......parents dealing with kids sex, withdrawl, drugs, cuteness, Asbergers, a child 'do-gooder' but mostly goes unnoticed    … Expand
  4. MsMia
    Jun 3, 2011
    10
    This show is not telling people how to raise their kids, this is an amazing show and can go from deep to hilarious, it has a very wide range. A masterpiece is what this show is. Monica Potter, Peter Krause, Lauren Graham and Dax Shepard are amazing and I really think that other networks will have to boost their game, because here comes Parenthood!
  5. chattyc
    Jan 17, 2012
    9
    It's unlikely I'll find a TV show I enjoy more than "Parenthood", although, I loved "Friday Night Lights" very much, also a Jason Katim product. Parenthood restored my faith in network programming. Watching the Braverman clan weather life's storms (and ride it's waves) is mesmerizing. The relationships are believable and interesting. I look forward to every episode.
  6. JodyG.
    Mar 2, 2010
    9
    Welcome back Lauren Graham!!! She OWNS this show! I've missed her on TV and it's wonderful to have her back.
  7. ckcusa
    Oct 21, 2011
    9
    This show is a worthy successor to the Herskowitz/Zwick shows I miss so much (thirtysomething, My So-called Life, Once and Again, etc.). While the characters are overly-expressive in a way which can seem off-putting and unrealistic, this provides a dramatic world which becomes very involving and inspiring to viewers. The warm lighting, beautiful set design, and beautiful cast alsoThis show is a worthy successor to the Herskowitz/Zwick shows I miss so much (thirtysomething, My So-called Life, Once and Again, etc.). While the characters are overly-expressive in a way which can seem off-putting and unrealistic, this provides a dramatic world which becomes very involving and inspiring to viewers. The warm lighting, beautiful set design, and beautiful cast also enhance our eagerness to enter their world. This involvement in the many dramas and story-lines which enrich us as we consider our own feelings about their situations and decisions. Shows like this provide an important and satisfying reward shared by all worthy art: they prepare us for our own lives.… Expand
  8. Tony
    Jan 18, 2011
    8
    The fantastic ensemble is the highlight of this otherwise very good show. Krause and Graham are perfect, but the rest of the actors, and particularly the young Mae Whitman really sell the material. A fun, if slow-moving family dramedy. Definitely worth your time, as it is only getting better.
  9. lostriver
    Feb 17, 2011
    10
    This is our favorite show! My teenage sons and I watch it every week. The show deals with some great topics that we can talk about after...
  10. Explorer
    Mar 22, 2011
    10
    This is hands down the best drama on TV today! I can't say enough good things about it.
    It combines powerful drama which is very real with natural humor that flows from everyday life.
  11. stormwatcher
    Apr 23, 2011
    10
    I love this show and really hope NBC is renewing it! Its a great drama, something other than all the reality shows to watch in primetime. Its characters and story lines are totally realistic. You are drawn right in to the Bravermans world every time you watch.
  12. Arbek
    May 15, 2011
    10
    The best family drama on TV. The writing is compelling and the situations so realistic. Kudos to NBC for renewing Parenthood for another season. Please keep up the good work (take note of where 'Brothers and Sisters' starting failing with the silly story lines).
  13. mckenzma
    May 17, 2011
    10
    Great show, characters, ensemble and storyline. Started watching it this year and fell in love with the charaters and appreciate the character development - can't wait until next season!
  14. WeKnowFilms
    Jun 3, 2011
    10
    The storyline's need to be boosted, but Monica Potter gives it a huge boost. Amazing. I really did fall in love with the show, along with half the world. The whole cast, including of-course Potter, are amazing actors, byt again, the storyline's need to be improved!
  15. Maxwell1
    Dec 4, 2011
    8
    This is a wonderful show. The actors are great and they story line is phenomenal. There is so much emotion in the show, you can be laughing out loud and the next moment crying.
  16. JB3
    Jan 4, 2012
    10
    My favourite show by far. When "Forever Young" starts to play, I have an emotional reaction. I love the mix of strong yet fallable characters. Craig T. Nelson is in his best role yet. Lauren Graham plays her part perfectly. All of the kids are incredible. But the most incredible performance by far is undeniably Monica Potter. How she has not been recognized for her performance isMy favourite show by far. When "Forever Young" starts to play, I have an emotional reaction. I love the mix of strong yet fallable characters. Craig T. Nelson is in his best role yet. Lauren Graham plays her part perfectly. All of the kids are incredible. But the most incredible performance by far is undeniably Monica Potter. How she has not been recognized for her performance is unfathomable. I hope this show starts to get the recognition it so greatly deserves.… Expand
  17. wolfe1875
    Oct 1, 2012
    2
    I gave this show a try when it first stared but I only stayed with it for a few episodes. They try to hard to be dramatic when the drama just isn't there. The things the parents deal with aren't that big of a deal. It's every day stuff, no big deal at all but if you watched the show with the sound turned down you would think somebody was dieing every episode. Sorry but this show is aI gave this show a try when it first stared but I only stayed with it for a few episodes. They try to hard to be dramatic when the drama just isn't there. The things the parents deal with aren't that big of a deal. It's every day stuff, no big deal at all but if you watched the show with the sound turned down you would think somebody was dieing every episode. Sorry but this show is a swing and a miss.… Expand
  18. CharlesS
    Mar 2, 2010
    5
    Good actors but phony storylines. Need time to develop the characters.
  19. EdB.
    Mar 2, 2010
    4
    "Parenthood is a crazy trip. You stumble around and, hey, sometimes you succeed!" OMG. I've never heard such insipid, sophomoric dialogue come out of the mouths of such good actors, who are asked to play "types" rather than real characters-with some exceptions, notably Lauren Graham (Gilmore Girls). Let's see, Parenthood kind of reminds me of... Ah, yes, Modern Family. Except "Parenthood is a crazy trip. You stumble around and, hey, sometimes you succeed!" OMG. I've never heard such insipid, sophomoric dialogue come out of the mouths of such good actors, who are asked to play "types" rather than real characters-with some exceptions, notably Lauren Graham (Gilmore Girls). Let's see, Parenthood kind of reminds me of... Ah, yes, Modern Family. Except that Modern Family is smart and clever, and only gets warm and sappy in that obligatory final sitcom minute when we're assured that no matter what curves life throws at us, we still have each other. Parenthood presumes to give us the inside dope on what parenting is all about. Please, just entertain me.… Expand
  20. MovieMadness
    Jun 3, 2011
    10
    Love it, so enjoyable and really funny, the actors are amazing and the show gives you a warm fuzzy feeling, and at times can really make you feel for the characters, only a. few shows can do that.....and this is one.
  21. samjdenny
    Feb 24, 2013
    10
    This show is amazing, highly recommended! It really shows the difficulties that life can throw at you, and how no matter how bad it might seem, there is always a silver lining. Great acting from the characters, most of the time, and I really hope that others will see how good it is, and not be put off by the critic score, who obviously don't know a good show when they see one!
  22. Tobehonest7323
    Sep 28, 2013
    8
    After watching this show since it started, I can honestly say this is one of the best dramas on primetime television, ever created. Not because it is extremely deep in context, but because it deals with issues and people whoe are just so relatable. Pregnancy, cancer, boyfriends, girlfriends, and parenting are all the central conflicts and they work in every single episode. It is meant toAfter watching this show since it started, I can honestly say this is one of the best dramas on primetime television, ever created. Not because it is extremely deep in context, but because it deals with issues and people whoe are just so relatable. Pregnancy, cancer, boyfriends, girlfriends, and parenting are all the central conflicts and they work in every single episode. It is meant to be a show that any average family can watch and say "I know how that feels", and its so addicting to see what seems like YOUR life play out on TV. Sure its a little overly dramatic and cheesy at times but for the most part, it is just plain and simple issues we all tend to go through. Its a hell of a lot better than 90% of the terribly unrelatable shows you watch like The Big Bang Theory or NCIS. Its funny, heartbreaking, and heartwarmin all at the same time. And thats what makes this show so great.… Expand
  23. allure7
    Feb 7, 2014
    10
    I give this show a 10 definitely. There are just so many reasons why this is a great show. It's a family show, which unfortunately there's not allot of those anymore. It's real, real life circumstances, real life behavior, ext. The acting is so incredibly good it just makes it that much better. I have fallin in love with the story line, the actors & the directors have really come togetherI give this show a 10 definitely. There are just so many reasons why this is a great show. It's a family show, which unfortunately there's not allot of those anymore. It's real, real life circumstances, real life behavior, ext. The acting is so incredibly good it just makes it that much better. I have fallin in love with the story line, the actors & the directors have really come together & u can tell they've dedicated so much time. Truly will be unfortunate when it ends, like all the good ones do.… Expand
  24. abaldwin105
    Jan 30, 2015
    0
    Let me start this show is really stupid and dumb. My mother is obsessed with this show and i don't know why. All the show is a bunch of cheating ass wives and husband complain about the life. furthermore i don't care why the hell this show is on i really could care less.
  25. Marnie71
    Sep 26, 2015
    5
    This is a little too pedestrian and sentimental for my taste. While some of the dialogue is genuinely warm and witty, there does need to be another focus outside of the family to keep things interesting and varied. Friday Night Lights, for example, had the family drama PLUS football and competition and is one of my favourite TV shows. Also, the main female character, Sarah Braverman,This is a little too pedestrian and sentimental for my taste. While some of the dialogue is genuinely warm and witty, there does need to be another focus outside of the family to keep things interesting and varied. Friday Night Lights, for example, had the family drama PLUS football and competition and is one of my favourite TV shows. Also, the main female character, Sarah Braverman, cries in almost every episode, which is very grating and pathetic. In fact, there is just too much crying and whining, period. It's distinctly average and nothing more.… Expand
  26. kblack10
    Jan 26, 2016
    2
    I had high hopes for this show. Bonnie Bedelia is the only unique and intriguing character. Lauren Graham provides a bit of comic relief. It seems to me this show would appeal to an audience that is subconsciously looking for comfort in the choices they have made as a parent. The Adam and Kristine Braverman characters are wound a bit too tight and their children would probably benefit ifI had high hopes for this show. Bonnie Bedelia is the only unique and intriguing character. Lauren Graham provides a bit of comic relief. It seems to me this show would appeal to an audience that is subconsciously looking for comfort in the choices they have made as a parent. The Adam and Kristine Braverman characters are wound a bit too tight and their children would probably benefit if they relaxed a bit. Luckily, there are a couple of the supporting actors that definitely lend a hand in its favor. Maybe I'll watch this in twenty years if I have a family and all that jazz. Until then, I rate this average bull **** American television show a 2.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

76
#76 Best TV Season of 2010
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#33 Most Discussed TV Season of 2010
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#30 Most Shared TV Season of 2010

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Metascore
61

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 29
  3. Negative: 2 out of 29
  1. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Paige Wiser
    75
    Parenthood strikes all the right notes, although it's not yet can't-miss television. It's sweet and funny and heartbreaking, and relatable to the point of cliche.
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  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Randee Dawn
    70
    Parenthood, like the experience itself, is an evolving tale, and one worth watching.
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  3. Newsday
    Reviewed by: Verne Gay
    75
    Tere's real promise in Parenthood. In time, we may all genuinely care whether Crosby and Sarah find themselves, or at least grow up.
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