Should you watch The Wonder Years?
Who it’s good for, who it isn’t, and what’s in it. No ratings, no scores.
The Wonder Years
Series · 1988
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.
The sides of The Wonder Years
- Kevin Arnold growing up in the suburbs
- Winnie Cooper, the girl next door
- An adult Kevin narrating from years later
The Wonder Years is good for you if…
- you like the first kisses and small humiliations of junior high.
- you like a family dinner table where the 1960s come crashing in.
- you like a soundtrack of 1960s songs.
The Wonder Years is bad for you if…
- you find late 1980s television dated.
- you need more happening than a boy's everyday life.
About: nostalgia · first love · growing up · family
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