Fosse/Verdon
Seen it?2019 | 1 seasons | Drama
Friday Night Flickearly ratingWhy it’s a Friday Night Flick
It won 4 Emmys and it earned strong reviews (81% on Rotten Tomatoes). 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
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-MA: meant for adults.
The story of the romantic and creative partnership between Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon. He was a filmmaker and one of theater's most influential choreographers and directors; she was the greatest Broadway dancer of all time. Together, they changed the face of American entertainment — at a perilous cost.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
81% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsVery strong
Won 1 Emmy: Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie. Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globe Awards: Best Actress – Limited Series or Television Film. Won 2 SAG Awards: Screen Actors Guild Awards: Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie, Screen Actors Guild Awards: Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie. Won 1 Critics' Choice Award: Critics' Choice Television Awards: Best Actress in a Limited Series or Television Movie. Also nominated for 5 more Emmys, 2 more Golden Globes and 3 more Critics' Choice Awards. Plus 7 other awards.
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Limited series that reached a small audience so far; interest faded quickly after launch
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 89K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Created by Steven Levenson, Thomas Kail
- Sam RockwellBob Fosse
- Michelle WilliamsGwen Verdon