3rd Rock from the Sun
“There's a new family in town. They're not from another city... They're from another planet.”
The high commander of an alien expedition lands on Earth -- what he considers to be the least-important planet -- in human form as Dick Solomon. Along for the ride are his alien compatriots Harry, Sally and Tommy -- who is the eldest of the group but is now angrily trapped in a teen's body.
Where to watch 3rd Rock from the Sun in United States
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Where is 3rd Rock from the Sun streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Australia | Stan | — |
About 3rd Rock from the Sun
3rd Rock from the Sun is a 1996 English-language family, sci-fi & fantasy and comedy series created by Terry Turner and Bonnie Turner. The cast is led by John Lithgow, Kristen Johnston, Jane Curtin. It spans 6 seasons and 139 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 7.5/10 across 600 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.
3rd Rock from the Sun was produced by Carsey-Werner Company and made in United States of America. It was first aired on January 9, 1996, and carries a TV-PG certification.
- Created by
- Terry Turner, Bonnie Turner
- First aired
- January 9, 1996
- Last aired
- May 22, 2001
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-PG
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 6 (139 episodes)
- Network
- NBC
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Carsey-Werner Company
3rd Rock from the Sun cast & crew
3rd Rock from the Sun was created by Terry Turner and Bonnie Turner.
The cast features John Lithgow as Dick Solomon, Kristen Johnston as Sally Solomon, Jane Curtin as Mary Albright, Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Tommy Solomon, French Stewart as Harry Solomon, and Simbi Khali as Nina Campbell.
Behind the camera, it was produced by David M. Israel and Christine Zander.
Is 3rd Rock from the Sun worth watching?
3rd Rock from the Sun holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 562 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed family series.
With 6 seasons and 139 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy family, sci-fi & fantasy, and comedy, 3rd Rock from the Sun is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch 3rd Rock from the Sun
3rd Rock from the Sun isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of 3rd Rock from the Sun
John Lithgow
Dick Solomon
Kristen Johnston
Sally Solomon
Jane Curtin
Mary Albright
Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Tommy Solomon
French Stewart
Harry Solomon
Simbi Khali
Nina Campbell
Wayne Knight
Don Orville
Elmarie Wendel
Mrs. Dubcek
3rd Rock from the Sun — FAQs
▸Where can I watch 3rd Rock from the Sun in United States?
3rd Rock from the Sun is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is 3rd Rock from the Sun in?
3rd Rock from the Sun is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of 3rd Rock from the Sun are there?
3rd Rock from the Sun has 6 seasons with 139 episodes in total.
▸What is 3rd Rock from the Sun rated?
3rd Rock from the Sun is rated TV-PG. It holds a 7.5/10 audience score from 562 ratings.
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