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Masters of Sex

  • TV Series
  • 2013–2016
  • TV-MA
  • 1h
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
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Lizzy Caplan, Michael Sheen, Caitlin FitzGerald, and Annaleigh Ashford in Masters of Sex (2013)
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Drama about the pioneers of the science of human sexuality whose research touched off the sexual revolution.Drama about the pioneers of the science of human sexuality whose research touched off the sexual revolution.Drama about the pioneers of the science of human sexuality whose research touched off the sexual revolution.

  • Creator
    • Michelle Ashford
  • Stars
    • Michael Sheen
    • Lizzy Caplan
    • Caitlin FitzGerald
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.9/10
    40K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    890
    80
    • Creator
      • Michelle Ashford
    • Stars
      • Michael Sheen
      • Lizzy Caplan
      • Caitlin FitzGerald
    • 76User reviews
    • 37Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Won 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 8 wins & 59 nominations total

    Episodes46

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    Masters of Sex--Season 4 Official Trailer
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    Masters Of Sex: What's Really Going On Here
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    Michael Sheen
    Michael Sheen
    • Dr. William Masters
    • 2013–2016
    Lizzy Caplan
    Lizzy Caplan
    • Virginia Johnson
    • 2013–2016
    Caitlin FitzGerald
    Caitlin FitzGerald
    • Libby Masters
    • 2013–2016
    Teddy Sears
    Teddy Sears
    • Dr. Austin Langham
    • 2013–2016
    Annaleigh Ashford
    Annaleigh Ashford
    • Betty DiMello
    • 2013–2016
    Kevin Christy
    Kevin Christy
    • Lester Linden
    • 2013–2016
    Beau Bridges
    Beau Bridges
    • Dr. Barton Scully
    • 2013–2016
    Heléne Yorke
    Heléne Yorke
    • Jane Martin
    • 2013–2015
    Nicholas D'Agosto
    Nicholas D'Agosto
    • Dr. Ethan Haas
    • 2013–2014
    Julianne Nicholson
    Julianne Nicholson
    • Dr. Lillian DePaul
    • 2013–2014
    Kayla Madison
    Kayla Madison
    • Tessa Johnson
    • 2013–2014
    Jaeden Martell
    Jaeden Martell
    • Johnny Masters
    • 2015–2016
    Josh Charles
    Josh Charles
    • Dan Logan
    • 2015
    Betty Gilpin
    Betty Gilpin
    • Dr. Nancy Leveau
    • 2016
    Benjamin Koldyke
    Benjamin Koldyke
    • Paul Edley
    • 2015
    Isabelle Fuhrman
    Isabelle Fuhrman
    • Tessa Johnson
    • 2015–2016
    Cole Sand
    • Henry Johnson
    • 2013–2014
    Allison Janney
    Allison Janney
    • Margaret Scully
    • 2013–2015
    • Creator
      • Michelle Ashford
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    9nish-h-reddy

    Best show of 2013

    The title "Masters of Sex" works on many levels and the creators of the show are well aware of the attention that this title will draw. This show is about the first scientific research in the area of sex based on the Masters and Johnson studies, who are the protagonists of the story set to the backdrop of the late 1950's at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. The set design is just about right and it very accurately represents the theme and ideology of the time. The characters are sketched out perfectly and there is no dearth of good acting performances with Michael Sheen stealing the show for his portrayal of the incredibly complex William Masters. The main part of the show is of course the study of human sexual response which implies a lot of mature content. These scenes, however tastefully done, may be a little too strong for the average viewer but if one can get over the explicit content, one can see their relevance to the plot. The story still seems a little empty at certain times but can be expected to fill up as it progresses with the introduction of new characters. All in all, a very well presented and unique show.
    andi_cristian

    Great

    While Masters of Sex might not be a great show as yet, viewed strictly in terms of giving consumers something worth paying it's the equivalent of a master class in pay-TV development :) There's a lot of humor here, but it's more innocent than leering. And there's also a great deal of understandable awkwardness that seems as pertinent to 2013 to the '50s. It's an absorbing, beautifully acted story about science, emerging feminism and American culture. But it's also a gamble on the idea that great TV drama can involve stakes that are not sharpened to pointy tips. It was comforting to see that Masters of Sex has depth of vision and plenty of dramatic material to delve into without taking the easy way out with a nipple and a romp every 10 minutes :)
    9idjet_humon

    What a treat!

    This is the first review I have ever done of a series, or movie, so please bear with me.

    I have limited time and rarely add new content to my TV viewing, however, after reading about the series, I decided to take a look at this new one. I am totally intrigued and think it conveys the sexual culture in that time period while fleshing out the personal dynamics of researchers Masters and Johnson. The two leading the cast are Michael Sheen and Lizzy Caplan. They are riveting to watch.

    The tone, the clothes, the music... so well done. I have only seen two episodes, yet I became aware of how far our sexual culture has changed, and despite those changes, both good and bad, we still label people even now who are sexually active or adventurous.
    8rasultnt2008

    Masters Of Sex, everyone Should watch THIS

    My Friends told me about this show and I said i would give it a try and I did and now I think This show is absolutely one of the best shows of the year.

    really well written with great acting, Michael Sheen is doing a wonderful job. This show is good not because of sex scenes, it has a really good drama and i think it's full of information especially for Men, who don't know anything about sex, anything about Women.

    this show is teaching me so many things, it's not boring and relationships are interesting. another great thing about Masters of sex is that the story is in the past. it makes it more interesting, So Far So good and i think it's gonna be even so much better than now.
    9sitanshugreat

    So Far So Good

    Afer finishing up with Breaking Bad, I switched to Master of Sex. Because it was something different, something that has caught my imagination. I have seen two episodes so far, and I'm impressed. The series has an interesting premise and it definitely looks great on the television.

    What I found interesting about Masters of Sex is that it has managed to dignify Sex. Most of the other TV shows(Game of Thrones, for instance) throws a random sex scene just to titillate us. But here, it is all for a purpose. A purpose that Masters has safeguarded for a long time. It will be interesting for the viewers to see how the story unfolds.

    I am really looking forward to this show. I hope to see some pleasant episodes in the future.

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    • Trivia
      Johnson, who died in 2013 at 88, is sometimes described as a sexologist or psychologist. In reality, she had been studying for a sociology degree when Masters took her on, but the demands of their work prevented her from completing her degree.
    • Goofs
      The final season depicts Masters believing in the modern idea that sexual orientation is innate and being reluctant at best to explore gay conversion therapy. In reality, Masters was a lifelong proponent of gay conversion therapy and never abandoned the practice.
    • Connections
      Featured in Gogglebox: Episode #2.3 (2013)

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    • Release date
      • September 29, 2013 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Masters & Johnson
    • Filming locations
      • Culver City, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Round Two Productions
      • Sony Pictures Television
      • Timberman-Beverly Productions
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    • Runtime
      1 hour
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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