7.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Family Ties (1982)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.1
Overview
Former 1960s flower children Steven and Elyse Keaton raise their conservative son Alex, daughters Mallory and Jennifer, and later, youngest child Andrew.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Judaism: Positive
Overview
Former 1960s flower children Steven and Elyse Keaton raise their conservative son Alex, daughters Mallory and Jennifer, and later, youngest child Andrew.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The series consciously balanced competing viewpoints, using the generational and ideological clash within the Keaton family as its central premise, ultimately championing mutual respect and family unity over any specific political ideology.
Based on the absence of specific movie content, the evaluation assumes traditional casting and narrative framing. There is no indication of explicit DEI-driven casting or a narrative that critiques traditional identities or centers strong DEI themes.
Secondary
The show operates within a culturally Christian American context, often exploring universal moral and ethical dilemmas. Christian holidays like Christmas are depicted positively, emphasizing family and community values, without critiquing the faith itself.
The series respectfully portrays Jewish characters and their traditions, notably through Alex P. Keaton's relationship with Lauren Miller. The narrative explores interfaith dynamics with sensitivity, presenting Judaism as a valued and integral aspect of a character's identity without critique or caricature.
The television series 'Family Ties,' which aired from 1982 to 1989, did not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Consistent with mainstream television of its era, the show primarily focused on the heterosexual Keaton family and their social and political dynamics, without exploring queer identities or experiences.
Family Ties, an 80s sitcom, does not include any discernible transsexual characters or explore themes related to transsexual identity throughout its run. The narrative focuses on generational differences and family dynamics, with no relevant depictions.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Family Ties is an original sitcom that premiered in 1982. It does not adapt any pre-existing source material, historical figures, or earlier versions with established characters. Therefore, no characters could have undergone a gender swap from prior canon.
Family Ties is an original television series that premiered in 1982. It is not an adaptation of prior source material, a biopic, or a reboot of existing characters. Therefore, no characters had a pre-established race to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.3
7.3
Critic Ratings
N/A
6.8
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