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Parenthood

2010–2015·NBC·60 min·8/10
DramaComedyFamily

Parenthood is the critically acclaimed one-hour drama inspired by the box office hit of the same name. This reimagined and updated Universal Television/Imagine Entertainment production follows the trials and tribulations of the very large, colorful and imperfect Braverman family. Sarah Braverman is a single mother with two kids - the bright but rebellious Amber who is living on her own, and sullen and sensitive Drew who returns to Berkeley this year.

Status
Ended
Language
English
Premiered
March 2, 2010
Ended
January 29, 2015

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