7.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006)
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006)
Overview
A behind-the-scenes look at a fictional sketch-comedy TV show.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.6
Overview
A behind-the-scenes look at a fictional sketch-comedy TV show.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The series champions intelligent, often politically progressive, satire and critiques the corporate and religious conservative forces that seek to suppress it, aligning with left-leaning values of free expression and critique of power.
The series features visible diversity within its ensemble cast, though it does not involve explicit recasting of traditionally white roles. Its narrative primarily focuses on the dynamics of a television production without explicitly critiquing or negatively portraying traditional identities.
Secondary
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip includes a central storyline about Simon Jeter, a closeted gay soldier, and his family's journey toward accepting his identity. The show sensitively explores themes of prejudice and support, ultimately affirming the LGBTQ+ character's worth and framing homophobia as an external challenge.
The series features Harriet Hayes, a devout Christian, as a central, sympathetic, and intelligent character. While her faith is often challenged or mocked by other characters, the narrative consistently portrays her with dignity and defends her right to her beliefs, often positioning the audience to condemn the intolerance she faces.
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes within its narrative. The show primarily focuses on the production of a live sketch comedy series and the personal and professional lives of its cast and crew, without engaging with transgender identities or issues.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip is an original television series created by Aaron Sorkin. It is not an adaptation of existing source material, nor does it feature characters from prior canon or historical figures. All characters were newly created for the show, thus precluding any gender swaps.
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip is an original series with no prior source material, historical figures, or previous adaptations. All characters were created for this show, establishing their race within its own canon.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.3
7.4
Critic Ratings
7.4
7.5
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