

Perfect Strangers
“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.
Where to watch Perfect Strangers in United States
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Where is Perfect Strangers streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Plex, Xumo Play | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Sky Go | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Plex | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store |
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
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
Balki Bartokomous

Mark Linn-Baker
Larry Appleton

Melanie Wilson
Jennifer Lyons

Rebeca Arthur
Mary Anne Spencer
Belita Moreno
Lydia Markham

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.











