Home Improvement

Name: Home Improvement
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1991-09-17
Cast: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Earl Hindman, Richard Karn, Debbe Dunning

1991 | 8 seasons | 22 min | Comedy

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

People are still talking about it and it held a wide audience for several seasons. 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.
The mood: Light and funny.
The pace: 8 seasons, but most episodes stand on their own, so you can dip in anywhere (about 22 minutes each).
What might put you off: Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

The daily trials and tribulations of handyman Tim Taylor, a TV show host raising three boys with help from his loyal co-host, domineering wife, and unseen neighbor.

How it earned its rating

CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
AudiencesSolid
7.4 out of 10
AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
Reach & staying powerStrong
Ran for 8 seasons and reached a solid audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 603K people sought it out in the past year