Series

The New Gidget

★ 6.3(3)198625m2 seasons

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Good to know

Creator: Larry Mollin
Release date: 1986-09-15
Runtime: 25m
Language: English
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 44
Network: Syndication
Status: Ended
Country: United States of America
Studio: Endless Summer Productions

About The New Gidget

The New Gidget is a 1986 web series in the Comedy genre, created by Larry Mollin, starring Caryn Richman, Sydney Penny and Dean Butler. It spans 2 seasons and 44 episodes, and originally aired on Syndication. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The New Gidget in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The New Gidget is an American sitcom aired in syndication from 1986 to 1988. The series was launched after the 1985 television film Gidget's Summer Reunion, starring Caryn Richman, who would go on to reprise the role of Gidget in the series. Once free spirited, Gidget is in her late twenties and now married to her idol Jeff 'Moondoggie' Griffin. Living in Santa Monica, Gidget co-runs a talent agency with her best friend Larue, and cares for her young niece Dani, who reminds her of younger self in many ways.

Seasons (2)

Season 122 eps · 1986

Season 222 eps · 1987

Cast

Caryn Richman

Francine 'Gidget' Griffin

Sydney Penny

Danielle 'Dani' Collins-Griffin

Dean Butler

Jeff 'Moondoggie' Griffin

William Schallert

Russ Lawrence

Lili Haydn

Gail Mitchell

Themes & keywords

sequelaunt niece relationshipspin offgidgetsanta monica, california

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The New Gidget in Japan?+

The New Gidget is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The New Gidget on Netflix?+

The New Gidget is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How many seasons of The New Gidget are there?+

The New Gidget has 2 seasons and 44 episodes in total.

Who stars in The New Gidget?+

The New Gidget stars Caryn Richman, Sydney Penny, Dean Butler, William Schallert and Lili Haydn.

When did The New Gidget come out?+

The New Gidget is a 1986 web series created by Larry Mollin.

What genre is The New Gidget?+

The New Gidget is Comedy series.

Who created The New Gidget?+

The New Gidget was created by Larry Mollin.