The Wonder Years
“With a little help from my friends.”
Series Overview
The story of Kevin Arnold facing the trials and tribulations of youth while growing up during the 1960s and 70s. Told through narration from an adult Kevin, Kevin faces the difficulties of maintaining relationships and friendships on his enthralling journey into adulthood.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
6 Seasons • 115 Episodes
24 min per episode
1988 – 1993
Premiered: Sun, Jan 31, 1988
Latest Aired Episode
Season 6, Episode 22: “Independence Day”
After Kevin loses all his money and his car in a poker game, he decides he has to leave the resort - there's nothing to keep him there now. The next day he says goodbye to Winnie, punches Eric and storms out. Hitchhiking out of town, he runs into Winnie who has been fired from her job. They begin to argue and lose the ride they had flagged down. Later, sheltering in a barn they talk about how much has changed between them. Winnie thinks it's just inevitable - that everyone grows up. Kevin doesn't want to believe it and neither does Winnie, not really. They kiss, passionately. The next day they both return to Kevin's hometown for the last 4th of July he will ever spend there. Karen has returned home and she is pregnant...
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Wonder Years 1988 - 1993 Opening and Closing Theme (With Snippets)
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2016-04-14
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Neal Marlens, Carol Black
W.G. Snuffy Walden
Matthew Carlson, Carol Black, Michael Dinner, Kerry Ehrin, Bob Brush
Department Leadership Roster
Matthew Carlson
Producer
Michael Dinner
Producer
Kerry Ehrin
Producer
Steve Miner
Producer
Bob Stevens
Producer
Ken Topolsky
Producer
David Chambers
Producer
Jill Gordon
Producer
W.G. Snuffy Walden
Original Music Composer
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 — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
General — Suitable for all ages.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Wonder Years
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What is The Wonder Years about?
The story of Kevin Arnold facing the trials and tribulations of youth while growing up during the 1960s and 70s. Told through narration from an adult Kevin, Kevin faces the difficulties of maintaining relationships and friendships on his enthralling journey into adulthood.
How many seasons does The Wonder Years have?
The Wonder Years comprises 6 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Wonder Years?
Key cast members in The Wonder Years include Fred Savage, Dan Lauria, Alley Mills, Jason Hervey, Danica McKellar.
Who created or directed The Wonder Years?
The Wonder Years was developed and directed by Neal Marlens, Carol Black.