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The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

The Marvelous Mrs.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is an American comedy-drama television series created by Amy Sherman-Palladino. It aired on Prime Video from March 17, 2017 to May 26, 2023, spanning five seasons and 43 episodes. The series is set primarily in late-1950s and early-1960s New York City, following Miriam “Midge” Maisel, a Jewish-American housewife who becomes a stand-up comedian after her marriage ends.

Premise

The story begins with Midge Maisel’s sudden decision to pursue a career in stand-up comedy after her marriage falls apart. The series follows her efforts to build a career in a male-dominated entertainment world while managing family and social expectations.

Production and release

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel was created by Amy Sherman-Palladino and released on Prime Video from 2017 to 2023. It ran for five seasons and a total of 43 episodes.

Setting and themes

The series is set in mid-century New York, especially Manhattan and Greenwich Village. Its themes include ambition, gender roles, Jewish identity, and changing social expectations of the era.

Cast

Rachel Brosnahan stars as Miriam “Midge” Maisel, with principal cast including Alex Borstein, Michael Zegen, Marin Hinkle, Tony Shalhoub, Kevin Pollak, Caroline Aaron, Jane Lynch, and Luke Kirby.

Availability in Canada

The series was widely available in Canada through Prime Video, making it a notable example of a U.S. streaming series accessible to Canadian audiences.

Key facts

  • The series is set primarily in 1958 New York City and later in the early 1960s.
  • It centres on Miriam “Midge” Maisel, who transitions from upper-class housewife to stand-up comedian.
  • Rachel Brosnahan plays Midge Maisel, and Alex Borstein is among the principal cast.
  • The show was created by Amy Sherman-Palladino and streamed on Prime Video.
  • The series ran for five seasons and ended in 2023.
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Canadian context

The series was widely available in Canada through Prime Video, making it a notable example of a U.S. streaming series seen by Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel about?
It follows Miriam “Midge” Maisel, a New York housewife who becomes a stand-up comedian after her marriage breaks down.
Who created The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel?
The series was created by Amy Sherman-Palladino.
When did The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel run?
It premiered on March 17, 2017, and ended on May 26, 2023.
How many seasons does it have?
The series has five seasons.
Where was it set?
It is set mainly in New York City, especially Manhattan, in the late 1950s and early 1960s.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Marvelous_Mrs._Maisel
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  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/the_marvelous_mrs_maisel
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  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5788792/
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  4. TVmaze — https://www.tvmaze.com/shows/19807/the-marvelous-mrs-maisel
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