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The Critic

1994·Series·TV-PG·22 min·★ 7.4(134)

“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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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 7.4/10 across 100 ratings.

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
#adult animation

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 7.4/10 from 134 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.

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Cast of The Critic

Jon Lovitz

Jon Lovitz

Jay Sherman (voice)

Christine Cavanaugh

Christine Cavanaugh

Marty Sherman (voice)

Park Overall

Park Overall

Alice Tompkins (voice)

Russi Taylor

Russi Taylor

Penny Tompkins (voice)

Charles Napier

Charles Napier

Duke Phillips (voice)

Judith Ivey

Judith Ivey

Eleanor Sherman (voice)

Gerrit Graham

Gerrit Graham

Franklin Sherman (voice)

Nancy Cartwright

Nancy Cartwright

Margo Sherman (voice)

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Doris Grau

Doris Grossman (voice)

Maurice LaMarche

Maurice LaMarche

Jeremy Hawke (voice)

Nick Jameson

Nick Jameson

Vlada Veramirovich (voice)

The Critic — FAQs

▸Where can I watch The Critic in India?

The Critic is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.

▸Where can I watch The Critic in the US?

In the US, The Critic is streaming on Howdy Amazon Channel, The Roku Channel, and Plex.

▸Where can I watch The Critic in the UK?

In the UK, The Critic is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

▸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 7.4/10 audience score from 134 ratings.

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