The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel 2017
“She's a new kind of marvel.”
What is The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel?
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is an American period comedy-drama television series created by Amy Sherman-Palladino.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 43
- First aired
- Mar 16, 2017
- Last aired
- May 25, 2023
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Prime Video
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is an American period comedy-drama television series created by Amy Sherman-Palladino. It premiered on Amazon Prime Video and stars Rachel Brosnahan as Miriam "Midge" Maisel, a young mother living in 1958 Manhattan. Midge appears to have an ideal life with a husband, children, and an apartment on the Upper West Side. However, her life takes an unexpected turn, leading her to discover a talent for stand-up comedy. This newfound skill propels her from performing in Greenwich Village clubs toward broader aspirations. The series was developed by Amy Sherman-Palladino and features a cast that includes Alex Borstein, Michael Zegen, and Marin Hinkle. The show blends elements of comedy and drama while exploring themes of personal transformation and ambition set against the backdrop of the late 1950s and early 1960s. The title uses the word "marvelous," which means wonderful or extraordinary, reflecting the remarkable nature of the main character's journey. The program ran for multiple seasons and included flashforwards to later decades within its final season.
Should you watch it?
“A 1950s Manhattan housewife unexpectedly discovers a hidden talent for stand-up comedy after her life unravels.”
- sharp dialogue
- vibrant period production design
- compelling protagonist
- fast-talking pacing may be overwhelming
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven stories about reinvention and mid-century aesthetics.
The series contains adult language and themes appropriate for mature audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Pilot Mar 16, 2017
- E2 Ya Shivu v Bolshom Dome Na Kholme Nov 28, 2017
- E3 Because You Left Nov 28, 2017
- E4 The Disappointment of the Dionne Quintuplets Nov 28, 2017
- E5 Doink Nov 28, 2017
- E6 Mrs. X at the Gaslight Nov 28, 2017
- E7 Put That on Your Plate! Nov 28, 2017
- E8 Thank You and Good Night Nov 28, 2017
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Simone Dec 4, 2018
- E2 Mid-way to Mid-town Dec 4, 2018
- E3 The Punishment Room Dec 4, 2018
- E4 We're Going to the Catskills! Dec 4, 2018
- E5 Midnight at the Concord Dec 4, 2018
- E6 Let's Face the Music and Dance Dec 4, 2018
- E7 Look, She Made a Hat Dec 4, 2018
- E8 Someday... Dec 4, 2018
- E9 Vote for Kennedy, Vote for Kennedy Dec 4, 2018
- E10 All Alone Dec 4, 2018
Season 3 · 8 episodes
- E1 Strike Up the Band Dec 5, 2019
- E2 It's the Sixties, Man! Dec 5, 2019
- E3 Panty Pose Dec 5, 2019
- E4 Hands! Dec 5, 2019
- E5 It's Comedy or Cabbage Dec 5, 2019
- E6 Kind of Bleau Dec 5, 2019
- E7 Marvelous Radio Dec 5, 2019
- E8 A Jewish Girl Walks Into the Apollo... Dec 5, 2019
Season 4 · 8 episodes
- E1 Rumble on the Wonder Wheel Feb 17, 2022
- E2 Billy Jones and the Orgy Lamps Feb 17, 2022
- E3 Everything is Bellmore Feb 24, 2022
- E4 Interesting People on Christopher Street Feb 24, 2022
- E5 How to Chew Quietly and Influence People Mar 3, 2022
- E6 Maisel vs. Lennon: The Cut Contest Mar 3, 2022
- E7 Ethan...Esther...Chaim Mar 10, 2022
- E8 How Do You Get to Carnegie Hall? Mar 10, 2022
Season 5 · 9 episodes
- E1 Go Forward Apr 13, 2023
- E2 It's a Man, Man, Man, Man World Apr 13, 2023
- E3 Typos and Torsos Apr 13, 2023
- E4 Susan Apr 20, 2023
- E5 The Pirate Queen Apr 27, 2023
- E6 The Testi-Roastial May 4, 2023
- E7 A House Full of Extremely Lame Horses May 11, 2023
- E8 The Princess and the Plea May 18, 2023
- E9 Four Minutes May 25, 2023
Frequently asked questions
What is the setting of the series?
The story is set in 1958 Manhattan.
Who is the main character?
The protagonist is Miriam Midge Maisel.
What is the premise of the show?
A woman discovers a talent for comedy after her life takes an unexpected turn.
Where does the character perform?
She performs at comedy clubs in Greenwich Village.
What is the character's eventual goal?
She aims to secure a spot on Johnny Carson's couch.