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Five siblings of the Salinger family are left on their own after their parents are killed by a drunk driver. Charlie (Matthew Fox), Bailey (Scott Wolf), Julia (Neve Campbell), Claudia (Lacey Chabert), and little baby Owen struggle both in their every day life and in their emotional life.
Never has the stages of grief been so compelling. This is a super angst teen soap that is super addictive. This family just don't have it easy. The cast became well known stars. Other stars include the lovely Jennifer Love Hewitt. It lasted 6 seasons. It's a tough grind to watch all 6 seasons. The depressing story lines grind you down.
Never has the stages of grief been so compelling. This is a super angst teen soap that is super addictive. This family just don't have it easy. The cast became well known stars. Other stars include the lovely Jennifer Love Hewitt. It lasted 6 seasons. It's a tough grind to watch all 6 seasons. The depressing story lines grind you down.
- SnoopyStyle
- Sep 8, 2013
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I really miss shows like this. Looking back at this, watching it on Netflix now is making me pretty depressed.
I was pretty young when this show was airing, but i realise now that the reason why i'm so depressed watching it is that it really captures the 90s so well. And it will never be like that again. #Ripthe90s
- caroline_chupaa
- Jun 10, 2018
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- ofriki-29008
- Sep 18, 2018
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I recently found on my VCR browser that they would re - run Party of Five on TV. Although the series had its heyday in the 90's, it arrived to my country (I'm from Peru) nine years later by a TV cable channel and since then I got hooked with the story.
This show, premiered in 1994, follows the story of five siblings of various ages who are orphaned after their parents die in a car accident. So, Charlie, Julia, Bailey, Claudia and Owen Sallinger have to fend for themselves, take care of each other and deal with the growing problems for their own.
And whilst there are several occasions in which tests the viewer's tolerance and sensitivity, since in the six seasons the main characters make the same mistakes more than twice, when it is supposed they should have learned of these the first time, or else the failure of a child, another brother or sister commits it time later . And most "unpleasant", so to say, is when the child has already lived, generally one of the oldest, first he or she preaches the youngest child and then he comprehends. Nevertheless, it is one of the shows I heart.
This show, premiered in 1994, follows the story of five siblings of various ages who are orphaned after their parents die in a car accident. So, Charlie, Julia, Bailey, Claudia and Owen Sallinger have to fend for themselves, take care of each other and deal with the growing problems for their own.
And whilst there are several occasions in which tests the viewer's tolerance and sensitivity, since in the six seasons the main characters make the same mistakes more than twice, when it is supposed they should have learned of these the first time, or else the failure of a child, another brother or sister commits it time later . And most "unpleasant", so to say, is when the child has already lived, generally one of the oldest, first he or she preaches the youngest child and then he comprehends. Nevertheless, it is one of the shows I heart.
- malvaradovilchez
- Nov 6, 2013
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What brought my score down to 6 is the fourth season, and onwards it will be the same, I suppose. I'm currently watching season 5 and the magic of the first three seasons is just not there anymore. First off, let me just say that the whole thing isn't my kind of thing at all, but this particular show came to my attention via photos in magazines, and those eyes, those eyes, those eyes...
It will come as no surprise to all of you out there that Jennifer Love Hewitt is one of my all-time favorites, and I've got a considerable lot of her movies and series. She is at her very best in PARTY OF FIVE season 2. Gee, Bailey doesn't deserve a girl like Sarah!
The story is totally warm-hearted. Of course, the original idea is centered in the first season. It stretched well into the second season, even the third. It began getting too morose for me with the story arc involving cancer, and at that time JLH was obviously off shooting one of her hit movies, as Sarah only had token appearances.
I do apologize for adding my bit that brings the overall view down a bit, I do realize this is a show much loved by its followers, and I have great respect for that. But I maintain that it all goes downhill from around midway.
By the way, my least favorite character is Julia Salinger. I well remember that Neve Campbell was a super-hot star at the onset, but she really, really fizzles out very, very soon. Whiny and a total drag. A total disappointment.
Lacey Chabert at her best during Claudia's violin-playing days. And I'm not at all a violin-lover. But that kid, wow, she was to get all fuzzy about. Now that she's growing up, the very likable Claudia is just not there anymore.
Sarah is a dream girl. Wow, she is everything nice. Lookswise, character-wise. She is just 'to put your arms around and hold her tight' and oh yeah, I'll pretty soon have to post one of my rantings against DVD-unavailability again for TIME OF YOUR LIFE, because however much PARTY OF FIVE sags on my personal rating, I'd want to continue with the sequel, and it will most likely never be released on DVD.
It will come as no surprise to all of you out there that Jennifer Love Hewitt is one of my all-time favorites, and I've got a considerable lot of her movies and series. She is at her very best in PARTY OF FIVE season 2. Gee, Bailey doesn't deserve a girl like Sarah!
The story is totally warm-hearted. Of course, the original idea is centered in the first season. It stretched well into the second season, even the third. It began getting too morose for me with the story arc involving cancer, and at that time JLH was obviously off shooting one of her hit movies, as Sarah only had token appearances.
I do apologize for adding my bit that brings the overall view down a bit, I do realize this is a show much loved by its followers, and I have great respect for that. But I maintain that it all goes downhill from around midway.
By the way, my least favorite character is Julia Salinger. I well remember that Neve Campbell was a super-hot star at the onset, but she really, really fizzles out very, very soon. Whiny and a total drag. A total disappointment.
Lacey Chabert at her best during Claudia's violin-playing days. And I'm not at all a violin-lover. But that kid, wow, she was to get all fuzzy about. Now that she's growing up, the very likable Claudia is just not there anymore.
Sarah is a dream girl. Wow, she is everything nice. Lookswise, character-wise. She is just 'to put your arms around and hold her tight' and oh yeah, I'll pretty soon have to post one of my rantings against DVD-unavailability again for TIME OF YOUR LIFE, because however much PARTY OF FIVE sags on my personal rating, I'd want to continue with the sequel, and it will most likely never be released on DVD.
- RavenGlamDVDCollector
- May 19, 2014
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Party of Five is a nice walk down memory lane. It brings me back to the coolly grunge 90's, even if I was younger than Claudia when the show first came out. At least I was able to see some of the first episodes from reruns as I grew older. It seemed so original and somehow even after all this time still completely relevant. Now that I am older though I cannot believe how immature the five Salinger kids really were. I always used to think they were so grown up. It's a completely ridiculous notion now though.
This show has more drama than your average young adult show and I love it. It's got everything you want in one messy chaotic package. But more than that you can't help but feel emotionally invested in their lives. Overall it's a really good show.
This show has more drama than your average young adult show and I love it. It's got everything you want in one messy chaotic package. But more than that you can't help but feel emotionally invested in their lives. Overall it's a really good show.
- Shopaholic35
- Jul 2, 2015
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It's one of the best teen/family dramas. One that addressed real issues. Not ones people create themselves. I love the dynamic between the siblings. Even though they can be rough to each other, you feel the love. And the fact that, no matter your age, it's a relatable story. Like other series of that time (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, comes to mind), the writing is very good. And let's not forget about the acting. Just watch « The Intervention ». Everything is so on point there, the actors throw the ball without dropping it, before they « leave the stage ». The show also has lots of today's big name actors, perfecting their craft. From TV actors to movie stars, they all made an appearance on the show. The music, which used to be a small 90s music time capsule. Is now different, thanks to Fox not anticipating the music rights for future releases... But still fit the mood of the show.
It's my third time rewatching the series. And even though the drama is heavy handed sometimes. You notice it is always done in a rewarding way. To me Party of Five, was at its best and most addicting, during the middle run. True it had characters acting foolish and unbelievable storylines (like Charlie's cancer), but it's the episodes that stuck with me the most. Season one was a decent start, and simplistic in a way it never was afterwards. But some characters ruined it for me. I think the show went downhill from season five onwards. Five had good storylines, but awful characterizations. And six was clearly begging for everything to end. And it shows every time I rewatch it.
It's my third time rewatching the series. And even though the drama is heavy handed sometimes. You notice it is always done in a rewarding way. To me Party of Five, was at its best and most addicting, during the middle run. True it had characters acting foolish and unbelievable storylines (like Charlie's cancer), but it's the episodes that stuck with me the most. Season one was a decent start, and simplistic in a way it never was afterwards. But some characters ruined it for me. I think the show went downhill from season five onwards. Five had good storylines, but awful characterizations. And six was clearly begging for everything to end. And it shows every time I rewatch it.
The Salingers are a poisonous family. Kinda remind me of the Kardashians. They are tight knit and eventually good to each other but any outsider will be used by them for own personal gain or issues. Some of the most privledged entitled characters on tv. The only one who seems to have any self realization and genuine empathy is Claudia. I realize the show would be boring if they were all put together and emotionally healthy but damn, it would be nice to actually root for the main characters at any point during the six seasons. I gave a 5/10 because I was actually able to finish the series. Although I did fast forward a lot lol
Party of Five is absolutely the greatest teen drama ever on the small screen. This is a pretty big but accurate statement. Party of Five follows the Salinger siblings and their lives, relationships, and their troubles coping with the loss of their parents. It is so beautifully written, acted, and directed. They fee (and look)l like actual siblings. Coming from a big family with five kids I know what that relationship is like and Party of Five does it superb.
One of the many things that I absolutely love about this show is how realistic the show really is, sure some things may be stretched a little but overall I would say that almost everything that occurs on this show really could happen.
I can't get enough Party of Five.
I am very surprised that the show has a 6.7/10 because it definitely deserves a much higher score.
One of the many things that I absolutely love about this show is how realistic the show really is, sure some things may be stretched a little but overall I would say that almost everything that occurs on this show really could happen.
I can't get enough Party of Five.
I am very surprised that the show has a 6.7/10 because it definitely deserves a much higher score.
- jordanrochon1234
- Apr 14, 2016
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I only saw a handful of episodes, but from what I saw it seemed really good. Now with the new one coming out I really want to go back and watch this.
- katielynnpemberton
- Sep 24, 2019
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- kessiebear-24936
- May 10, 2018
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I just started getting into this series, and am pleasantly surprised. For the most part, this is a '90's nostalgia trip for someone who missed it in original broadcast. Unlike other teen dramas, like Dawson's Creek and others, the scripting and the dialogue aren't distracting or overdone. It proceeds from a perspective of normal people, living their lives, attempting to piece together their lives. Two criticisms are the cinematography and the audio, which are dark and gloomy, and low and whispery at times. Another is that, in the first few episodes, the plot points are simple, episodic, and disposable at the end of the credits. You have several main characters, all different in their own ways:
* Scott Wolf (Bailey) - easily the stand-out star performer; hormonal
* (Charlie) - Oldest son, and moral center. Not quite a great performance here.
* (Julia) Neve Campbell - oldest daughter; pouty, homewrecking, whiny in the first few episodes I've seen
* (Claudia) Lacey Chabert - youngest daughter; annoying at times, precocious
* (Jill) Megan Ward - love interest of Bailey. Basically trouble.
The first few episodes that I've seen deal with issues such as: drug use, relationships, more young-adult themes. These kids live in what looks like San Francisco. Among teenage dramas, this would be the most balanced as a whole that I have seen.
The first few episodes that I've seen deal with issues such as: drug use, relationships, more young-adult themes. These kids live in what looks like San Francisco. Among teenage dramas, this would be the most balanced as a whole that I have seen.
- moov_e_c_er
- Mar 20, 2021
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What an amazing show! Just finished watching the series finale and cried like a baby. When you watch the show from Season 1, when the Salingers just lost their parents, you watch how each of them dealt with it. Charlie being the oldest sibling having to step up and take care and parent his younger siblings. As an eldest child myself I see a lot of myself in Charlie and understand all the sacrifices he made for the sake the his younger siblings. My Favourite episode is The Intervention, wow. I believe one of my favourites in any show. As the Seasons go on, you grow up with them and then you start to feel like they are your family. When they laugh, you laugh. When they get good news, you rejoice with them. When they cry, you cry. And that's all you want from a tv show, to love the characters/stories.
- kierrasara
- Jul 29, 2018
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Great family show. The political agenda pushing is getting a little old. Good acting, though. Enjoyable, but loses stars because of lack of originality with the agenda thing. Anyone can make a show about bigotry.
I regularly watched the first two seasons of Party of Five, and it was quite realistic in some ways, being a 90s drama. Sure, there was some melodrama, but still I have fond memories of Party of Five.
- eastwest-257-811887
- Mar 23, 2018
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- mswanberg-72405
- Mar 25, 2016
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It's Thursday morning, 25th October 2001, and Channel 10 in Australia has finally shown the last episode ever of "Party of Five". I'm left feeling happy at such an amazing end to an exceptional show, but more than a little sad that the program is no more. Since I first saw Party of Five six years ago, I have become a bigger fan with every episode. It was a touching show, with issues and events, tragedies and triumphs, and warmth to touch everyone. Party of Five was a rare diamond on TV, a show that will be missed greatly but remembered fondly.
- Jonathan-13
- Oct 23, 2001
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