"Joan of Arcadia" (2003) TV series 2003-2005

User Rating:

7.8/10   

Creator:

Barbara Hall

Seasons:

1 | 2

Release Date:

25 September 2003 (USA)

Genre:

Drama | Fantasy

Plot:

Millions of people speak to God. What if God spoke back? Life just got a hell of a lot more confusing for teenage Joan Girardi...

Plot Keywords:

God | Assignment | Friendship | Police Chief | Atheist

Awards:

Nominated for Golden Globe. Another 6 wins & 17 nominations

US TV Schedule:

Mon. Nov. 16	8:00 AM	SYFY	Out of Sight	#2.2
Mon. Nov. 16	9:00 AM	SYFY	Back to the Garden	#2.3

Cast

Joe Mantegna	...	Will Girardi (45 episodes, 2003-2005)
Mary Steenburgen	...	Helen Girardi (45 episodes, 2003-2005)
Amber Tamblyn	...	Joan Girardi (45 episodes, 2003-2005)
Jason Ritter	...	Kevin Girardi (45 episodes, 2003-2005)
Michael Welch	...	Luke Girardi (45 episodes, 2003-2005)
Becky Wahlstrom	...	Grace Polk (44 episodes, 2003-2005)
Chris Marquette	...	Adam Rove (44 episodes, 2003-2005)
Aaron Himelstein	...	Friedman (33 episodes, 2003-2005)
Mageina Tovah	...	Glynis Figliola (23 episodes, 2003-2005)

Runtime:

USA:60 min (including commercials) | 45 min (45 episodes)

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Colour:

Colour

Certification:

Australia:PG | Argentina:13 | USA:TV-PG

Filming Locations:

El Segundo High School - 640 Main Street, El Segundo, California, USA

Company:

Sony Pictures Television

Trivia:

The fictional town of Arcadia is set in the state of Maryland.

Quotes:

Joan: You remember normal?
Adam: Not really!

Movie Connections:

Referenced in "Family Guy: Fast Times at Buddy Cianci Jr. High (#4.2)" (2005)

Soundtrack:

One of Us

Best show on TV

It was disheartening to see that the first review was the one negative review in the bunch. When I opened the rest a sigh of relief echoed my quiet office. I think "Joan of Arcadia" is hands down the best show on TV. It has excellent actors, great writing, and each episode is more entertaining or satisfying than the last. This show touches me every time I watch it. The vehicle used is entertaining, the characters are wonderfully written, and a profound message is sent out without ever preaching. Having just been through the most faith-rocking year of my life, the truths illuminated in this series have provided comfort, insight, and peace. With all the faithless programming available, this show is a breath of really fresh air!