Mad Men: Season 1

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Season Details & Credits

AMC | Season Premiere Date: July 19, 2007

Starring: Vincent Kartheiser, John Slattery, Kevin Rahm

Summary: In the 1960s, Don Draper is the man in charge at one of the top advertising agencies in New York.

Creator: Matthew Weiner

Genre(s): Drama, Action & Adventure

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E13. The Wheel
Air Date: October 18, 2007
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S1:E12. Nixon vs. Kennedy
Air Date: October 11, 2007
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S1:E11. Indian Summer
Air Date: October 4, 2007

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Tim Goodman

The acting (from a mostly unknown cast), cinematography (you can just stare at this series) and especially Weiner's writing carry the series to exceptional heights. Read full review

TV Guide Magazine Matt Roush

This sleek, sexy, smartly cynical drama about selling everything from cigarettes to Nixon also nails the era's attitudes of casual prejudice and sexual manipulation. Read full review

Rob Owen

"I'm living like there is no tomorrow because there isn't one." Not a pretty sentiment, to be sure, but it makes for an intriguing character in what's likely to be the best new summer series of 2007. Read full review

Glenn Garvin

Mad Men is a captivating experience. Read full review

Mike Duffy

As a witty social history viewed through the tempestuous prism of office and sexual politics, Mad Men is big fun ... classy entertainment with a brain. Read full review

Dorothy Rabinowitz

Mad Men is infinitely more concerned with entertainment, an effort at which it succeeds, thanks mostly to its first-rate cast, disarming humor and period detail. Read full review

Sacha Zimmerman

The mood is serious, not campy, and there aren't laugh-out-loud moments, just a lot of groaners--at which point, the show simply becomes a reflection of its characters: depressing. Read full review

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BlakeP

Nov 1, 2012

Though it takes quite a bit of time and effort to really submit into the world of "Mad Men", after a few episodes it's worth the patience. Once you become submerged in the business world of the '60's, it's ruthless, realistic atmosphere is so interesting that it's impossible to not beThough it takes quite a bit of time and effort to really submit into the world of "Mad Men", after a few episodes it's worth the patience. Once you become submerged in the business world of the '60's, it's ruthless, realistic atmosphere is so interesting that it's impossible to not be convinced that the actors involved really exist in our time. The show is consistently well-written, and every performance, particularly by Jon Hamm and January Jones, give it a sense of power that most TV shows beg for.… Expand

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IronBoundKevin

Mar 26, 2012

Excellent. Was a bit skeptical at first; due to the subject of the show. It didn't really pique my interest at first. But, I gave the first episode a try, and was completely drawn in by all of it. The atmosphere and authenticity of the time period is nailed perfectly here; you really do feelExcellent. Was a bit skeptical at first; due to the subject of the show. It didn't really pique my interest at first. But, I gave the first episode a try, and was completely drawn in by all of it. The atmosphere and authenticity of the time period is nailed perfectly here; you really do feel like your watching real life in the '60s. From the offices and rooms of the advertising agency, to the musty bars and taverns -- everything feels spot on. The characters are well developed & interesting; there's a lot to enjoy just from the characters themselves. The character development in this show is very in-depth and well thought out. Characters don't just stay stagnant and stay the same, they change and grow over time (Peggy being the greatest example of that -- this season, at least) as the show progresses. The acting is top-notch as well; Hamm, Moss, & Slattery in particular.

There is no reason not to love this show. Give it a try before you knock it.… Expand

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HollieW.

Sep 13, 2007

Amazing, beautiful and captivating.

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MarkS

Dec 20, 2007

Phenomenal insight into the American psyche in 1960. Cinematography absolutely divine. I can practically smell the hairspray and Lucky Strike from the TV. Characters fit their roles wonderfully. Robert Morse is the perfect bridge character from that era. Good going!!!!!!!!!!!

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DuncanB.

Nov 16, 2007

This is certainly the best drama since the first season of the Sopranos. Mature, elegant, exquisite writing and art direction. And compelling, voluptuously braided story lines.

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DebbieE.

Aug 17, 2007

I can't wait to watch this show very week. At the end of each episode, I want more. I applaud the set deisgners for the detail. It's amazing to see items that remind you of your own home while growing up.

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thanaton

May 15, 2014

Mad men made this show alright. I don't know what kind of audience they are trying to target with Mad Men but I'm 20 and this show doesn't appeal to me at all, I guess they are going with the older crowd. This show has very poor dialog, very uninteresting plots nobody cares about, I like theMad men made this show alright. I don't know what kind of audience they are trying to target with Mad Men but I'm 20 and this show doesn't appeal to me at all, I guess they are going with the older crowd. This show has very poor dialog, very uninteresting plots nobody cares about, I like the idea of a show being set in the 1960s but couldn't they have picked anything more boring than an advertising agency?

I don't care about this show at all, it's completely boring and bad.… Expand

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  Air Date: July 27, 2008
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: July 19, 2007
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  S1:E13. The Wheel
  Air Date: October 18, 2007
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  S1:E12. Nixon vs. Kennedy
  Air Date: October 11, 2007
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  S1:E11. Indian Summer
  Air Date: October 4, 2007
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  S1:E10. Long Weekend
  Air Date: September 27, 2007
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  S1:E9. Shoot
  Air Date: September 13, 2007
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  S1:E8. The Hobo Code
  Air Date: September 6, 2007
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  S1:E7. Red in the Face
  Air Date: August 30, 2007
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  S1:E6. Babylon
  Air Date: August 23, 2007
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  S1:E5. 5G
  Air Date: August 16, 2007
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  S1:E4. New Amsterdam
  Air Date: August 9, 2007
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  S1:E3. Marriage of Figaro
  Air Date: August 2, 2007
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  S1:E2. Ladies Room
  Air Date: July 26, 2007
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  S1:E1. Smoke Gets in Your Eyes
  Air Date: July 19, 2007