The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017)
A 1950s Manhattan housewife discovers a sharp comedic talent, navigating a whimsical world with brisk, witty charm.
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.
How intense is The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel?
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a comfort watch and a full-attention watch. The humor runs dry and wholesome. Rated TV-MA.
What The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalfeel goodnostalgicheartwarming
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- dry and witty, wholesome
- Best for
- Comfort watchFull attentionDate night
Where to stream The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
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Is The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel for you?
Is The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel scary?
No. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3.
Where can I stream The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel?
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is streaming on Prime Video.
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