Pam & Tommy
Seen it?2022 | 1 seasons | Comedy, Drama
Saturday SpecialWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It won 2 Emmys and it earned strong reviews (78% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite a small audience. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved The Studio or Sex Education, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Funny with heart.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-MA: expect sex.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
This comedic series takes on the true story behind the release of the first ever viral video in history — the sex tape of Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
78% on Rotten Tomatoes, 70 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
7.2 out of 10
- AwardsVery strong
Nominated for 4 Emmys, 4 Golden Globes and 3 Critics' Choice Awards.
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Limited series that reached a modest audience; interest faded quickly after launch
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 269K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Created by Robert D. Siegel
- Lily JamesPamela Anderson
- Sebastian StanTommy Lee
- Seth RogenRand Gauthier
- Nick OffermanUncle Miltie
- Taylor SchillingErica Boyer
- Ellie ShaddixTeen Paris Hilton