The Middle (2009)
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The Middle is streaming in Japan on HBO Max on U-Next.
What the audience says
The Middle has pulled the kind of numbers most English series never see. It holds a 7.6/10 on TMDB from 784 ratings, well above what most films manage.
Is it worth starting?
This is 9 seasons deep — English comedy. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
- Why
- Currently 7.6/10 from 781 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- a backlog this size is the opposite of what you're after
- Best for
- A proper binge, once you've got the weeks for it
Story
The daily mishaps of a married woman and her semi-dysfunctional family and their attempts to survive life in general in the city of Orson, Indiana.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~22 min per episode |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Eileen Heisler
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 29 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All HBO Max on U-Next titles in Japan
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