A 1950s Manhattan housewife discovers a sharp comedic talent, navigating a whimsical world with brisk, witty charm.
Feel-good and nostalgic, with dry wit. A date-night pick at a brisk pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.
Streaming on Prime Video.
No surprises for a TV-MA: some innuendo or implied sex and no real violence.
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It’s 1958 Manhattan and Miriam “Midge” Maisel has everything she’s ever wanted - the perfect husband, kids, and Upper West Side apartment. But when her life suddenly takes a turn and Midge must start over, she discovers a previously unknown talent - one that will take her all the way from the comedy clubs of Greenwich Village to a spot on Johnny Carson’s couch.
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