My So-Called Life (1994)

Kernel Score: 86% · 149 ratings

Genres: Drama, Comedy

First aired: 1994-08-25

Seasons: 1 · 19 episodes

Where to watch My So-Called Life

Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

The life of a 15 year-old high school student, whose angst-ridden journey through adolescence, friendship, parents, and life teaches her what it means to grow up.

My So-Called Life parents' guide: ages 12+

Parents need to know that My So-Called Life is a teen drama following a 15-year-old's coming-of-age journey through friendship, family and first love.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Cast

Claire Danes as Angela Chase
Bess Armstrong as Patty Chase
Tom Irwin as Graham Chase
Wilson Cruz as Enrique Vasquez
Devon Gummersall as Brian Krakow
A. J. Langer as Rayanne Graff
Jared Leto as Jordan Catalano
Devon Odessa as Sharon Cherski
Lisa Wilhoit as Danielle Chase

My So-Called Life FAQ

Is My So-Called Life good?

My So-Called Life has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 149 audience ratings.

Where can I watch My So-Called Life?

In the US you can buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.

Is My So-Called Life OK for kids?

My So-Called Life is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 12+. Parents need to know that My So-Called Life is a teen drama following a 15-year-old's coming-of-age journey through friendship, family and first love.

What shows are like My So-Called Life?

If you liked My So-Called Life, try Freaks and Geeks, Boy Meets World, Like, la Leyenda and Girl Meets World.