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7.9 / 10(1,779 votes)IMDbTV-MAFirst Aired: 20035 Seasons

Arrested Development

“Someone had to get the family back together.”

Series Overview

The story of a wealthy family that lost everything, and the one son who had no choice but to keep them all together.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
FOX
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Episodes & Seasons

5 Seasons • 84 Episodes

Air Date Window

2003 – 2019

Premiered: Sun, Nov 2, 2003

Created By
Mitchell HurwitzMitchell Hurwitz

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Fri, Mar 15, 2019

Season 5, Episode 16: “The Fallout”

As the Bluths come together to unveil a wall, they once again discover that they deserve nothing more than to be saddled with each other forever.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Opening

Type: Opening Credits • Published 2009-10-13

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Mitchell Hurwitz

Original Score & Music

David Schwartz

Producers

Michael Cera, Joel Hornstock, Chris Smirnoff, Jim Vallely, Mitchell Hurwitz

Department Leadership Roster

Michael Cera

Michael Cera

Producer

Joel Hornstock

Producer

Chris Smirnoff

Producer

David Schwartz

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-MA

TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

United States (MPAA)TV-MA

Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arrested Development

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What is Arrested Development about?

The story of a wealthy family that lost everything, and the one son who had no choice but to keep them all together.

How many seasons does Arrested Development have?

Arrested Development comprises 5 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Arrested Development?

Key cast members in Arrested Development include Jason Bateman, Portia De Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera, Alia Shawkat.

Who created or directed Arrested Development?

Arrested Development was developed and directed by Mitchell Hurwitz.