All in the Family

Name: All in the Family
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1971-01-12
Cast: Carroll O'Connor, Jean Stapleton, Danielle Brisebois

1971 | 9 seasons | 25 min | Comedy

Friday Night Flickearly rating

Why it’s a Friday Night Flick

Critics rank it among the best shows ever made, it won 7 Emmys and people are still talking about it. Make plans for this one.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Arrested Development, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood: Provocative satire that goes after everyone.
The pace: 9 seasons, but most episodes stand on their own, so you can dip in anywhere (about 25 minutes each).
What might put you off: Made in 1971: an older pace and style.
Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Archie Bunker, a working class bigot, constantly squabbles with his family over the important issues of the day.

CriticsVery strong
Named among the best TV shows of all time by critics (on 10 all-time best lists)
AudiencesSolid
7.8 out of 10
AwardsVery strong
Won 7 Emmys: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series, Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series and 3 more. Won 1 Golden Globe: Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy. Won 1 DGA Award: Outstanding Directing – Comedy Series. Won 1 Peabody Award: Peabody Awards. Plus 1 other award.
Reach & staying powerSolid
Ran for 9 seasons and reached a small audience so far
Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 754K people sought it out in the past year