The Critic
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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Frequently asked questions about The Critic
Where can I watch The Critic in the United States?
The Critic is available to stream on Howdy Amazon Channel, The Roku Channel, Plex, and Tubi TV in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Critic for free?
The Critic streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel, Plex, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Critic?
The Critic scores 7.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Critic?
The Critic stars Jon Lovitz, Christine Cavanaugh, Park Overall, Russi Taylor, and Charles Napier. Mike Reiss is the creator and Al Jean is the creator.
How many seasons of The Critic are there?
The Critic has 2 seasons and 23 episodes, and is ended.
How long does it take to watch all of The Critic?
All 23 episodes of The Critic add up to about 8 hours 26 minutes at roughly 22 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 4 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 2 days.
What network is The Critic on?
The Critic airs on ABC and FOX, and is produced by Gracie Films, Film Roman, and Columbia Pictures Television.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.