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The Wonder Years (1988)

Series · 24m episodes · Rated TV-PG

Comedy, Drama, Family

A boy navigates childhood's earnest joys and melancholy struggles, all seen through a nostalgic, adult lens.

Wholesome humor. A family watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.

Streaming on Hulu.

The Wonder Years parents guide

Mild language and nothing scary, about what a TV-PG should carry.

Our estimate: fine from about 7. Rated TV-PG.

Scare
Not scary
Jump scares
None noted
Gore
No gore
Violence
No real violence
Sex and nudity
None noted
Language
Mild
Mild words like damn, hell or crap.

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What is The Wonder Years about?

The story of Kevin Arnold facing the trials and tribulations of youth while growing up during the 1960s and 70s. Told through narration from an adult Kevin, Kevin faces the difficulties of maintaining relationships and friendships on his enthralling journey into adulthood.

Cast and crew

Created byNeal Marlens, Carol Black
StarringFred Savage, Dan Lauria, Alley Mills, Jason Hervey, Danica McKellar, Josh Saviano

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