The Middle
“Oh, and your family's so perfect.”
Series Overview
The daily mishaps of a married woman and her semi-dysfunctional family and their attempts to survive life in general in the city of Orson, Indiana.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
9 Seasons • 215 Episodes
22 min per episode
2009 – 2018
Premiered: Wed, Sep 30, 2009
Eileen Heisler
DeAnn HelineLatest Aired Episode
Season 9, Episode 24: “A Heck of a Ride (2)”
The series concludes as the family escorts Axl to Colorado. Meanwhile the long affair of the snow globe and its relation to Sean and Sue's relationship comes to a head.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Middle Original Aired Pilot (2007-04-27)
Type: Behind the Scenes • Published 2023-09-27
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eileen Heisler, DeAnn Heline
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Middle
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What is The Middle about?
The daily mishaps of a married woman and her semi-dysfunctional family and their attempts to survive life in general in the city of Orson, Indiana.
How many seasons does The Middle have?
The Middle comprises 9 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Middle?
Key cast members in The Middle include Patricia Heaton, Neil Flynn, Charlie McDermott, Eden Sher, Atticus Shaffer.
Who created or directed The Middle?
The Middle was developed and directed by Eileen Heisler, DeAnn Heline.