Swingtown: Season 1
  • Network: CBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Jun 5, 2008
  • Season #: 1
Metascore
49 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 26 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 26
  3. Negative: 4 out of 26
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User Score
8.4 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 110 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 71 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 80
  3. Negative: 7 out of 80
  1. Evah
    4
    I only saw the pilot and didn't feel compelled to watch more. The story seems predictable, the characters are non-existent, there's no thrill whatsoever. I agree, very hamhanded. What a contrast to the first episodes of a series like Mad Men, which were already unique, intriguing and layered!… Full Review »
  2. EjHemedes
    10
    Swingtown is the best TV has seen in quite some time. From material, casting, acting, everything was first class from top to bottom. Sexual tension was high all throughout without too much nudity. This show does not deserve to be cancelled.… Full Review »
  3. JennyV
    10
    This was a well-written, funny, smart, creative show. My husband and I love this show and are disappointed that it's cancelled. We found Swingtown on Netflix; and had we known we would have tried to prevent its cancellation. A network should pick this up and keep the show going. There are a lot of fans.… Full Review »
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