Smash

Smash

Follow your dream. Watch your back.

Created by Theresa Rebeck

On NBC

2012–20132 seasons32 episodes6.4 / 10

A high-energy ensemble drama about Broadway ambition that balances the glamour and artistry of musical theater with the competitive scheming and heartbreak of the industry.

Celebrating the beauty and heartbreak of the Broadway theater, following a cross section of dreamers and schemers who all have one common desire - to be a "Smash."

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Questions people ask

  • Is Smash violent? Barely. Less violent than 78% of series.

  • Does Smash leave you hopeful? Somewhat. More hopeful than 69% of series.

  • Is Smash sad? Somewhat. More sad than 66% of series.

  • Is Smash scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 59% of series.

  • Is Smash easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.

51/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity75

How unlike any other series this one feels

Surprise38

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love43

How much audiences actually like it

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Ensemble

Like Smash

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Smash

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Smash, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Smash, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Smash, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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