Growing Pains Soundtrack (

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Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Los problemas crecen
Title in Italiano:

Genitori in blue jeans
Title in Português:

Growing Pains
Title in Français:

Quoi de neuf, docteur ?
Title in Türk:

Quoi de neuf, docteur ?
Title in Deutsch:

Unser lautes Heim

Synopsis

Growing Pains

This ABC family sitcom revolved around the Seaver family, who lived on Long Island in New York. When the series debuted in 1985, Jason (a psychiatrist) and Maggie (a newspaper reporter) headed a family of three children: 15-year-old Mike, who was irresponsible and an academic slacker; 14-year-old Carol, the brainy nerd and a bit shy; and 9-year-old Ben, who idolized his brother.

In the premiere, Jason moves his practice to his home when Maggie went back to work (for the Long Island Herald, using her maiden name, Maggie Malone, as her byline). Most of the stories revolved around standard family issues (such as the children getting into all kinds of situations), though there was time to explore serious topics such as vandalism, gangs and drug use.

As the years wore on, the characters changed. Mike developed a love of acting (he had tried out for a play for the sole intent of trying to woo an attractive classmate, and found his hidden talent in the process); he later enrolled in a local college and began student teaching, while keeping his acting resume updated. Carol (slightly overweight and insecure in the early episodes) blossomed into a beautiful young woman and, thanks to her academic success in high school, was accepted into Columbia University. Ben ... was just Ben.

In 1988, Maggie gave birth to a daughter, Chrissy; she was "turned" six in 1990. Mike, meanwhile, found his first true love in Kate (future real-life wife Chelsea Noble), and later took in homeless teen-ager Luke (a young Leonardo DiCaprio). Jason and Maggie's parents were also seen on occasion, as was the eternally-incompetent teacher Graham Lubbock (played by Bill Kirchenbauer, whose character was so popular it was spun off into "Just the Ten of Us").

In the finale, Maggie accepts her dream job as media relations director for a U.S. senator, and they bid farewell to their home.

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Growing Pains
As Long As We Got Each Other

User reviews

Matthew Parker
5/10

The music selection in Growing Pains was diverse and well-suited to the different emotions portrayed throughout the series. From poignant moments of family bonding to comedic mishaps, the soundtrack added depth and emotion to the storytelling, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Dorothy Wilson
6/10

The theme song of Growing Pains was iconic and instantly recognizable, evoking a sense of familiarity and comfort for viewers. It's a testament to the show's enduring popularity that even years later, the music still resonates with fans and brings back fond memories of this beloved family sitcom.

Donna Brown
2/10

I found the soundtrack of Growing Pains to be quite repetitive and lacking in diversity. Many of the background scores felt generic and failed to capture the emotional depth of certain scenes, resulting in a disconnect between the music and the on-screen action.

William Scott
7/10

The Growing Pains soundtrack perfectly captures the nostalgic and heartwarming essence of the Seaver family's journey through life. The music enhances the emotional depth of the series, making the audience feel connected to the characters on a deeper level.

James Green
8/10

The variety of musical styles and tones in the Growing Pains soundtrack adds depth and dimension to the storytelling, effectively setting the mood for each scene and enhancing the overall viewing experience. The use of music in the series helps to convey the humor, drama, and heartfelt moments in a way that resonates with the audience on a personal level.

Susan Lewis
2/10

Despite the show's longevity and character development, I felt that the music did not evolve along with the storyline. The same melodies and motifs seemed to be used repeatedly throughout the series, which made it difficult for me to fully immerse myself in the changing dynamics of the Seaver family.

Charles Wilson
5/10

The soundtrack of Growing Pains perfectly captured the essence of a heartwarming family sitcom set in the 80s. The upbeat and nostalgic tunes helped set the tone for the Seaver family's everyday adventures and challenges, making it a joy to watch each episode.