The Goldbergs: Season 1

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The Goldbergs

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ABC | Season Premiere Date: September 24, 2013

Starring: George Segal, Jeff Garlin, Wendi McLendon-Covey

Summary: Set in the 1980s, this semi-autobiographical comedy centers on young boy (Sean Giambrone as a kid, Patton Oswalt as an adult via narration) who documents his family life with a camcorder. Jeff Garlin, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and George Segal also star.

Genre(s): Comedy

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E23. Livin' on a Prayer
Air Date: May 13, 2014
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S1:E22. A Wrestler Named Goldberg
Air Date: May 6, 2014
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S1:E21. The Age of Darkness
Air Date: April 29, 2014

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Tim Goodman

Sep 24, 2013

One of the new offerings that stands out from the pack is ABC's coming-of-age series, The Goldbergs, which is fueled partly by nostalgia, partly by the great Jeff Garlin's constant yelling and partly out of some outstanding writing. A strong cast doesn't hurt, either. Read full review

David Wiegand

Sep 23, 2013

The Goldbergs is funnier because the jokes are better but also because it is more credible [than "Mom"]. Read full review

Mark A. Perigard

Sep 24, 2013

Garlin and McLendon-Covey are believable as variations of “That ’70s Show’s” parents, and Gentile’s Jan Brady-style meltdowns are amusing. But Adam’s obsession with female breasts, encouraged by his grandfather “Pops” (George Segal), is creepy, considering the actor looks about 9. Read full review

Luis Sanchez

Sep 18, 2013

The Goldbergs's ostensibly endearing premise is sadly also its biggest flaw. Goldberg's on-screen representation as prepubescent Adam (Sean Giambrone) fails to complement the voiceover narration and meaningful asides of adult Adam (Patton Oswalt) in any substantial way. Read full review

TV Guide Magazine Matt Roush

Sep 24, 2013

So far so generic, and I'll decide later once my ears stop ringing. Read full review

David Hiltbrand

Sep 24, 2013

There are some sharp jokes here, but they get lost in the bile. The Goldbergs is like The Wonder Years infected by Married... With Children. It's a half hour of annoying people yelling at one another. Read full review

Glenn Garvin

Sep 23, 2013

The Goldbergs runs the gamut from stale to sour. Read full review

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clockworkangels

Oct 10, 2013

As a kid of the 80s...was born in 74....I really appreciate this show a great deal and "get it". I love going down memory lane and this show is hysterical and fits the 80s decade to a T. I hope ABC lets it grow and stay on the air and doesn't make the enormous mistake that NBC made withAs a kid of the 80s...was born in 74....I really appreciate this show a great deal and "get it". I love going down memory lane and this show is hysterical and fits the 80s decade to a T. I hope ABC lets it grow and stay on the air and doesn't make the enormous mistake that NBC made with Freaks and Geeks and canceling that show so fast. This has the potential to be a HUGE show. Let it grow.… Expand

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ifitz

Sep 30, 2014

I love this show. It is funny and I especially love the 80s nostalgia. A particular favourite of mine is when the creator shows real home movies that tie in to the theme of that nights episode. Looking forward to season two!!!

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exbcmc

Jun 19, 2014

As far as my wife and I are concerned, this is one of the best shows on TV. EVERY character is perfect and the grandpa, George Segal is right on the money. I only wish I could be as good a grandpa....

1 of 1 users found this helpful10

manningn15

Nov 26, 2018

This is one of my favorite shows of all time. Wendi McLendon-Covey is hilarious.

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cleverwabbit

Sep 26, 2013

I really liked this show, in fact it made me laugh out loud several times I don't usually do that. I think once it gets its legs it will be a better show. It is a corny show but in a good way. It is over acted but I love that it is based on the producers real experience. Nice to see an 80sI really liked this show, in fact it made me laugh out loud several times I don't usually do that. I think once it gets its legs it will be a better show. It is a corny show but in a good way. It is over acted but I love that it is based on the producers real experience. Nice to see an 80s show that did its homework on the era.… Expand

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dontpanic1582

Nov 6, 2013

Great cast! That really helps a premise that has been done to death. As a fan of the 80's my opinion is biased, but for a certain demographic this is a great time period for a comedic family show. It has me laughing quite a bit at stuff that surely isn't really THAT funny, but the actors areGreat cast! That really helps a premise that has been done to death. As a fan of the 80's my opinion is biased, but for a certain demographic this is a great time period for a comedic family show. It has me laughing quite a bit at stuff that surely isn't really THAT funny, but the actors are great and that makes it work. I'll keep watching.… Expand

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estevan5455

Apr 29, 2014

I find this show a disgusting role model for kids. Really?? Are these the kind of values we want our children to impart - throwing food at their parents at dinner when the parents ask their daughter what's wrong, telling their grandfather off for no reason and calling him a lying idiot, andI find this show a disgusting role model for kids. Really?? Are these the kind of values we want our children to impart - throwing food at their parents at dinner when the parents ask their daughter what's wrong, telling their grandfather off for no reason and calling him a lying idiot, and talking back to police officers. And this was all in about a 5 minute segment. I had to turn the channel. This stuff makes me sick! I am a teacher and a parent of 2 teenagers and over the past 20 years I have watched kids be influenced by garbage TV shows like this that encourage children to disrespect authority on every level. Kids who value these shows have no boundaries, thanks to you. Can't these writers entertain without role-modeling poor values??… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 10

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  Air Date: September 21, 2022
Season 9

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  Air Date: September 22, 2021
Season 8

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  Air Date: October 21, 2020
Season 7

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  Air Date: September 25, 2019
Season 6

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  Air Date: September 26, 2018
Season 5

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  Air Date: September 27, 2017
Season 4

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  Air Date: September 21, 2016
Season 3

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  Air Date: September 23, 2015
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: September 24, 2014
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: September 24, 2013
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  S1:E23. Livin' on a Prayer
  Air Date: May 13, 2014
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  S1:E22. A Wrestler Named Goldberg
  Air Date: May 6, 2014
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  S1:E21. The Age of Darkness
  Air Date: April 29, 2014
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  S1:E20. You're Not Invited
  Air Date: April 8, 2014
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  S1:E19. The President's Fitness Test
  Air Date: April 1, 2014
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  S1:E18. For Your Own Good
  Air Date: March 18, 2014
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  S1:E17. Lame Gretzky
  Air Date: March 11, 2014
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  S1:E16. Goldbergs Never Say Die!
  Air Date: March 4, 2014
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  S1:E15. Muscles Mirsky
  Air Date: February 4, 2014
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  S1:E14. You Opened the Door
  Air Date: January 21, 2014
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  S1:E13. The Other Smother
  Air Date: January 14, 2014
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  S1:E12. You're Under Foot
  Air Date: January 7, 2014
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  S1:E11. Kara-te
  Air Date: December 10, 2013
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  S1:E10. Shopping
  Air Date: December 3, 2013
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  S1:E9. Stop Arguing and Start Thanking
  Air Date: November 19, 2013
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  S1:E8. The Kremps
  Air Date: November 12, 2013
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  S1:E7. Call Me When You Get There
  Air Date: November 5, 2013
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  S1:E6. Who Are You Going to Telephone?
  Air Date: October 29, 2013
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  S1:E5. The Ring
  Air Date: October 22, 2013
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  S1:E4. Why're You Hitting Yourself
  Air Date: October 15, 2013
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  S1:E3. Mini Murray
  Air Date: October 8, 2013
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  S1:E2. Daddy Daughter Day
  Air Date: October 1, 2013
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  S1:E1. Circle of Driving
  Air Date: September 24, 2013