The Critic
“It stinks!”
Jay Sherman is a TV movie critic who is forced to review the most pathetic films which he always rates as "It stinks." In addition to the film parodies, the show also deals with his personal life: working for a tyrannical media mogul boss, his lovelife and his family.
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Where is The Critic streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | The Roku Channel, Plex, Tubi TV | — |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video |
About The Critic
The Critic is a 1994 English-language animation, comedy and drama series created by Mike Reiss and Al Jean. The cast is led by Jon Lovitz, Christine Cavanaugh, Park Overall. It spans 2 seasons and 23 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on The Roku Channel, Plex, Tubi TV.
The Critic was produced by Gracie Films, Film Roman, and Columbia Pictures Television and made in United States of America. It was first aired on January 26, 1994, and carries a TV-PG certification.
- Created by
- Mike Reiss, Al Jean
- First aired
- January 26, 1994
- Last aired
- May 21, 1995
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-PG
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 2 (23 episodes)
- Network
- ABC, FOX
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Gracie Films, Film Roman, Columbia Pictures Television
The Critic cast & crew
The Critic was created by Mike Reiss and Al Jean.
The cast features Jon Lovitz as Jay Sherman (voice), Christine Cavanaugh as Marty Sherman (voice), Park Overall as Alice Tompkins (voice), Russi Taylor as Penny Tompkins (voice), Charles Napier as Duke Phillips (voice), and Judith Ivey as Eleanor Sherman (voice).
Behind the camera, it was produced by Nikki Vanzo and Al Jean.
Is The Critic worth watching?
The Critic holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 125 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed animation series.
With 2 seasons and 23 episodes, it's a meaty weekend watch.
If you enjoy animation, comedy, and drama, The Critic is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Critic
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Cast of The Critic
Jon Lovitz
Jay Sherman (voice)
Christine Cavanaugh
Marty Sherman (voice)
Park Overall
Alice Tompkins (voice)
Russi Taylor
Penny Tompkins (voice)
Charles Napier
Duke Phillips (voice)
Judith Ivey
Eleanor Sherman (voice)
Gerrit Graham
Franklin Sherman (voice)
Nancy Cartwright
Margo Sherman (voice)
Doris Grau
Doris Grossman (voice)
Maurice LaMarche
Jeremy Hawke (voice)
Nick Jameson
Vlada Veramirovich (voice)
The Critic — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Critic in United States?
The Critic is streaming on The Roku Channel, Plex, Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is The Critic on The Roku Channel?
Yes — The Critic is currently available on The Roku Channel in United States.
▸What language is The Critic in?
The Critic is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of The Critic are there?
The Critic has 2 seasons with 23 episodes in total.
▸What is The Critic rated?
The Critic is rated TV-PG. It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 125 ratings.
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