Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Seen it?2024 | 2 seasons | Action & Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (91% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it won 2 Emmys, though it had a lukewarm 6.6 out of 10 from audiences and a short run with a modest audience. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
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 and action fans. If you loved Archer or Chuck, 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
- 2 seasons: a few weeks of evenings.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-MA: meant for adults.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
Meet the Smiths: two lonely strangers, John and Jane, who have given up their lives and identities to be thrown together as partners – both in espionage and in marriage.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
91% on Rotten Tomatoes, 76 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
6.6 out of 10
- AwardsVery strong
Nominated for 5 Emmys and 3 Golden Globes.
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Ran for 2 seasons and reached a modest audience; interest faded quickly after launch
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 434K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Created by Donald Glover, Francesca Sloane
- Donald GloverJohn Smith
- Maya ErskineJane Smith