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Smash

Name: Smash
Genre: Drama
Released: 2012-02-06
Cast: Katharine McPhee, Megan Hilty, Jack Davenport, Jeremy Jordan, Debra Messing

2012 | 2 seasons | Drama

Friday Night Flickearly rating

Why it’s a Friday Night Flick

Critics loved it (79 on Metacritic) and it won an Emmy. Make plans for this one.

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

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who loves a strong character drama.
The mood: Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace: 2 seasons: a few weeks of evenings.
What might put you off: Rated TV-14. Probably too much for younger kids.
It was cancelled, so the story may not get a proper ending.

Celebrating the beauty and heartbreak of the Broadway theater, following a cross section of dreamers and schemers who all have one common desire - to be a "Smash."

How it earned its rating

CriticsVery strong
79 on Metacritic
AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
AwardsStrong
Won 1 Emmy: Primetime Emmy Award: Outstanding Choreography. Won 1 Critics' Choice Award: Critics' Choice Television Award: Most Exciting New Series. Also nominated for 3 more Emmys and 1 Golden Globe. Plus 5 other awards.
Reach & staying powerBelow par
Ran for 2 seasons and reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 126K people sought it out in the past year