Good Girls Revolt
Good Girls Revolt

Good Girls Revolt

2016TV ShowCanceled1 SeasonEnglish

A look at the personal and professional lives of employees at an American news magazine in the late 1960s.

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IMDb7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users92%
Director: Creator: Dana CalvoGenres: Drama, Historical Drama

Plot Summary

Set in 1969, the series follows a group of young female researchers at "News of the Week" magazine who are tired of their male counterparts receiving bylines and promotions while they do all the work. Inspired by the real-life "Newsweek" sex discrimination lawsuit, they decide to file their own class-action suit against the publication.

Critical Reception

Good Girls Revolt received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its timely themes, strong performances, and faithful depiction of the historical events that inspired it. The series was noted for its relevance in highlighting ongoing issues of gender inequality in the workplace.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling narrative and relevant social commentary on gender inequality.
  • Lauded for strong performances, particularly from the lead female cast.
  • Appreciated for its historical accuracy and depiction of the fight for equal rights.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the show's exploration of workplace discrimination and its portrayal of women fighting for their rights. Many found the series inspiring and historically significant.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Drama.

Fun Fact

The series is based on the non-fiction book "The Good Girls Revolt" by Lynn Povich, who was one of the original female researchers involved in the lawsuit.

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