7.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Army Wives (2007)
Army Wives (2007)
Overview
Army Wives is an American drama series that follows the lives of four army wives, one army husband, and their families.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Trans: Positive
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.2
Overview
Army Wives is an American drama series that follows the lives of four army wives, one army husband, and their families.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The show explores the personal challenges and resilience of military families, emphasizing themes of duty, sacrifice, and community support within the existing military structure, which aligns with right-leaning values without being overtly political.
The series features a visibly diverse main cast, including central Black characters, which contributes to its inclusive representation. The narrative primarily focuses on the universal experiences of military families and does not explicitly critique traditional identities or center strong DEI themes.
Secondary
"Army Wives" features a lesbian relationship between Gloria Cruz and Penny, introduced after the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." Their relationship is portrayed with dignity and emotional complexity, facing challenges common to military couples rather than specific prejudice due to their sexual orientation. The show integrates their story respectfully, contributing to a positive and normalizing depiction of LGBTQ+ individuals in a military setting.
Army Wives features a Season 6 storyline where soldier Kevin comes out as transgender and transitions to Kelli. The portrayal emphasizes the character's authentic journey and the family's emotional adaptation. While depicting external challenges and initial struggles within the military context, the narrative maintains an empathetic and respectful stance towards transgender identity, framing obstacles as external forces.
Christianity is consistently depicted as a significant source of comfort, community, and moral support for many characters, particularly during the challenges of military life. The narrative generally portrays its adherents and practices with respect and understanding.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Army Wives is an original drama series featuring fictional characters created for the show, inspired by a non-fiction book. There are no pre-existing canonical or historical characters whose gender was altered for this production.
Army Wives is an original drama series, not an adaptation of a fictional work with pre-established character races or a biopic. Its characters were created for the show, meaning there are no prior canonical or historically established races to be swapped.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.5
7.5
Critic Ratings
N/A
6.5
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