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      Season 1 – That '70s Show

      1998 Comedy List
      78% Tomatometer 40 Reviews 88% Audience Score 100+ Ratings Set in the mood ring and polyester era of the 1970s, the series is a retro-hip situation comedy about an eclectic group of friends on the verge of adulthood. They live in the suburbs of Wisconsin, where they yearn for independence amid the growing pains of becoming adults. Read More Read Less Watch on Peacock Stream Now

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      That '70s Show recaptures the dream of the 1970s rather than the reality, but it charms with its groovy style and an appealing cast -- with invaluable assistance from Debra Jo Rupp and Kurtwood Smith.

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      Darrin Farrant The Age (Australia) The impressive cast of mainly newcomers, backed by plenty of silly clothes and funny pop culture references, means this summer filler might be a stayer. Mar 10, 2021 Full Review Ross Warneke The Age (Australia) OK, this show occasionally is as hokey and cheerily mid-suburban as that ode to the '50s, Happy Days. But it's better because it's more honest. Mar 10, 2021 Full Review Barbara Hooks The Age (Australia) Like the 70s themselves, the concept may wear thin. Until then, pop another tray of pizza toasts in the oven and hang out on the sofa -- or was it a beanbag back then? Mar 10, 2021 Full Review Robert Lloyd L.A. Weekly Apart from the pot, and some unusually clever, gag-enhancing camerawork, there's not much new... But I don't mind it at all. The universally charming younger cast member may be forgiven their anomalous post-Bicentennial speech patterns and body language. Apr 12, 2023 Full Review Clif Garboden Boston Phoenix If you believe people were this hip in suburban Wisconsin in any era -- well, you've never been there. But none of that matters. No, despite the dangers, this show succeeds because the cast is so darn likable. Apr 12, 2023 Full Review Victoria Brownworth Bay Area Reporter Though penned by the team that brought us the Emmy-winning and always hilarious 3rd Rock from the Sun, this show's needle is stuck annoyingly in the adolescent groove. Apr 12, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Crey Fish S These jokes and characters are hilarious and better represent being a teenage than any thing else out today Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/26/23 Full Review Arkham Una de mis comedias favoritas, ojalá el cast original aparezca mas seguido en el spin off de esta serie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/23/23 Full Review MrDontCare This show is a must-see, basically teenagers in the 70s doing what we did back then. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/19/23 Full Review James H This was one of the worst shows to ever appear on television in any country at any time. Terrible acting, terrible writing, and terrible directing. It was painful to watch and a soul-crushing, time-wasting experience. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 10/09/22 Full Review Audience Member Re-watched 1st season. Based on my memories I would have given it 5 stars, but honestly that was slightly tainted by nostalgia. However, still a great show today. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review juan e favorite all time show! love the chemistry of all and how they developed! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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      Episode 1 Aired Aug 23, 1998 The Pilot Eric (Topher Grace) wants to borrow the family car to drive the gang to a Todd Rundgren concert. With Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher and Danny Masterson. Details Episode 2 Aired Aug 30, 1998 Eric's Birthday Red convinces Kitty to leave Eric alone during his surprise birthday party; Eric's older sister arrives. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 6, 1998 Streaking Kelso (Ashton Kutcher) persuades Eric (Topher Grace) to streak during President Ford's visit to town. With Laura Prepon, Danny Masterson and Wilmer Valderrama. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 20, 1998 Battle of the Sexists Eric squares off with Donna in a game of one-on-one; Jackie clings to Kelso; Red's plant cuts back to half days. Details Episode 5 Aired Sep 27, 1998 Eric's Burger Job Eric (Topher Grace) has a tough boss (guest star Danny Bonaduce) at the town's first fast-food burger joint; Donna's (Laura Prepon) party gets out of control. With Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher and Danny Masterson. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 25, 1998 The Keg Eric and Donna (Topher Grace, Laura Prepon) find a full keg of beer in the middle of the road and decide to throw a party. With Danny Masterson and Ashton Kutcher. Eve Plumb guest stars as Mrs. Burkhart. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 8, 1998 That Disco Episode Hyde (Danny Masterson) takes dance lessons from Kitty (Debra Jo Rupp) to avoid embarrassment when the gang visits a disco. With Topher Grace, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 15, 1998 Drive-In Eric and Donna (Topher Grace, Laura Prepon) decide to double-date with Jackie and Kelso (Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher) at the drive-in; Red and Kitty (Kurtwood Smith, Debra Jo Rupp) dine out. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 22, 1998 Thanksgiving Laurie brings a college friend home for Thanksgiving, who then causes trouble by trying to seduce Eric. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 29, 1998 Sunday Bloody Sunday A visit from Red's mother drives everyone crazy except Fez, who finds he has a lot in common with her. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 6, 1998 Eric's Buddy Eric's (Topher Grace) new lab partner (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) is a little too friendly; Kitty (Debra Jo Rupp) gives Red (Kurtwood Smith) some great sales advice. With Don Stark and Laura Prepon. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 13, 1998 The Best Christmas Ever Eric uses Red's money, which was intended for a Christmas tree, for a party; Laurie spikes the punch. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 17, 1999 Ski Trip When Jackie (Mila Kunis) discovers that Kelso (Ashton Kutcher) kissed another girl, she bars him from the gang's ski trip. With Topher Grace. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 24, 1999 Stolen Car When Red takes the Vista Cruiser away from Eric, the guys are grounded until Kelso borrows his cousin's car. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 7, 1999 That Wrestling Show Red turns out to be a raucous heckler when he goes to a professional wrestling match with Eric and his friends. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 14, 1999 The First Date On Eric and Donna's (Topher Grace, Laura Prepon) first date, the waiter (guest star Dino Meminger) mistakenly serves Donna mixed drinks. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 21, 1999 The Pill When Jackie (Mila Kunis) has a pregnancy scare, Donna (Laura Prepon) is prompted to start taking birth control pills. With Topher Grace. Details Episode 18 Aired Feb 28, 1999 The Career Day On career day, Fez (Wilmer Valderrama) tags along with Hyde and his mother (Danny Masterson, guest star Katey Sagal), who works at the school cafeteria. With Topher Grace and Ashton Kutcher. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 7, 1999 Prom Night Eric reserves a motel room in anticipation of prom night, and Jackie strong-arms Hyde into taking her to the prom. Details Episode 20 Aired Mar 14, 1999 A New Hope The gang goes to see the movie "Star Wars," while Eric suspects his childhood nemesis of putting the moves on Donna. Details Episode 21 Aired Jun 14, 1999 Water Tower Kelso takes a dive while the guys are painting a pot leaf on the water tower; Eric barges in on his parents' lovemaking. Details Episode 22 Aired Jun 21, 1999 Punk Chick Hyde meets a punk rocker who wants him to go to New York with her; Kitty helps Jackie bake a pie for class. Details Episode 23 Aired Jul 12, 1999 Grandma's Dead Grandma Foremen (guest star Marion Ross) dies in Eric's (Topher Grace) Vista Cruiser; Red (Kurtwood Smith) fights with his brother (guest star Pat Skipper) after the funeral. Details Episode 24 Aired Jul 19, 1999 Hyde Moves In Hyde (Danny Masterson) moves in with Eric (Topher Grace) and his parents (Debra Jo Rupp, Kurtwood Smith) after his mom skips town with a truck driver. Details Episode 25 Aired Jul 26, 1999 The Good Son Hyde outshines Eric as a model son; Red and Kitty find themselves at a party with a couple of swingers. Details
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      Season Info

      Director
      David Trainer, Terry Hughes
      Screenwriter
      Jeff Filgo, Bonnie Turner, Philip Stark, Mark Hudis, Joshua Sternin, Arthur F. Montmorency, Linda Wallem, Dave Schiff, Eric Gilliland, Jackie Behan, Terry Turner, Jeffrey Ventimilia, Mark Brazill
      Network
      Fox
      Rating
      TV-PG (L|D)
      Genre
      Comedy
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date
      Aug 23, 1998
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