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Perfect Strangers

1986·Series·TV-PG·6.7(114)

Now we are so happy we do the Dance of Joy!

The chronicles of the rocky coexistence of midwestern American Larry Appleton and his distant cousin from eastern Mediterranean Europe, Balki Bartokomous.

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About Perfect Strangers

Perfect Strangers is a 1986 English-language comedy series created by Dale McRaven. The cast is led by Bronson Pinchot, Mark Linn-Baker, Melanie Wilson. It spans 8 seasons and 150 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Plex.

Perfect Strangers was produced in United States of America. It was first aired on March 25, 1986, and carries a TV-PG certification.

Created by
Dale McRaven
First aired
March 25, 1986
Last aired
August 6, 1993
Original language
English
Age rating
TV-PG
Status
Ended
Seasons
8 (150 episodes)
Network
ABC
Country
United States of America
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Perfect Strangers cast & crew

Perfect Strangers was created by Dale McRaven.

The cast features Bronson Pinchot as Balki Bartokomous, Mark Linn-Baker as Larry Appleton, Melanie Wilson as Jennifer Lyons, Rebeca Arthur as Mary Anne Spencer, Belita Moreno as Lydia Markham, and Sam Anderson as Sam Gorpley.

Is Perfect Strangers worth watching?

Perfect Strangers holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 114 ratings, a solidly received comedy series.

With 8 seasons and 150 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.

If you enjoy comedy, Perfect Strangers is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Perfect Strangers

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Cast of Perfect Strangers

Bronson Pinchot

Bronson Pinchot

Balki Bartokomous

Mark Linn-Baker

Mark Linn-Baker

Larry Appleton

Melanie Wilson

Melanie Wilson

Jennifer Lyons

Rebeca Arthur

Rebeca Arthur

Mary Anne Spencer

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Belita Moreno

Lydia Markham

Sam Anderson

Sam Anderson

Sam Gorpley

Perfect Strangers — FAQs

Where can I watch Perfect Strangers in United States?

Perfect Strangers is streaming on The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Plex, Xumo Play in United States.

Is Perfect Strangers on The Roku Channel?

Yes — Perfect Strangers is currently available on The Roku Channel in United States.

What language is Perfect Strangers in?

Perfect Strangers is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How many seasons of Perfect Strangers are there?

Perfect Strangers has 8 seasons with 150 episodes in total.

What is Perfect Strangers rated?

Perfect Strangers is rated TV-PG. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 114 ratings.

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