Bob's Burgers
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Bob's Burgers

7.8
Yr 2011
Status Returning Series
Animation Comedy
Your Verdict
Unrated

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Overview

Bob's Burgers follows a third-generation restaurateur, Bob, as he runs Bob's Burgers with the help of his wife and their three kids. Bob and his quirky family have big ideas about burgers, but fall short on service and sophistication. Despite the greasy counters, lousy location and a dearth of customers, Bob and his family are determined to make Bob's Burgers "grand re-re-re-opening" a success.

Status

Latest

  • Bob's Burgers Christmas special coming to Hulu — July 25, 2026 (cbr.com)
Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 80 /100

Bob's Burgers experienced a marked evolution in critical standing over its long run. Early reviews for the debut season were noticeably mixed, with some initial detractors dismissing the series at launch as crude, unpromising, or overly familiar within network animation lineups. Skeptics questioned whether the central premise of an eccentric family running an underperforming diner could sustain a compelling weekly narrative.

Over time, however, critical sentiment warmed significantly as the series established its distinctive comedic identity. Commentators increasingly praised the show for its sweet, warmhearted tone, clever writing, and earnest depiction of family dynamics. Retrospective appraisals celebrate it as an understated standout of modern television comedy, highlighting its affectionate character relationships even as reviewers note its regular reliance on cheeky, irreverent humor.

“a charming, warmhearted, clever piece of counterprogramming... as the most modestly scaled, understated animated series in FOX’s Sunday night line-up”

“Pointlessly vulgar and derivatively dull”

“this is a show that celebrates the humor and the messiness of the typical American family”

“the tone of the show has gotten, dare we say, sweeter? But while it sometimes aims for the heart, its gags hit somewhere south of there.”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

FOX One Amazon Channel
US
Hulu
US
ITVX Premium
UK
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Adult Swim
US
fuboTV
US
FXNow
US
YouTube TV
US
Disney Plus
CA • UK
Sky Go
UK
ITVX
UK
Why fans love it

Since 2011, this adult animated comedy has won over audiences with the chaotic daily rhythm of a New Jersey restaurant. At its center is Bob, a third-generation restaurateur holding things together alongside his wife and three kids. The show thrives on a distinct mix of witty dialogue and hilarious family dynamics, where awkward sibling relationships, the uncomfortable realities of puberty, and random moments of singing break up the grind of running a joint with greasy counters and a lousy location.

Led by a voice cast that includes H. Jon Benjamin, the series balances a slightly cynical tone with total affection for its central crew. Between the clever daily menu jokes and the family's endless drive to turn every grand re-re-re-opening into a triumph, the series stays sharp. It offers a funny, grounded look at a small business where grand ideas about burgers constantly run up against a complete lack of service and sophistication.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 75
Regulars 6
Longest run 313 eps
H. Jon Benjamin
H. Jon Benjamin
as Bob Belcher (voice)
313 episodes
John Roberts
John Roberts
as Linda Belcher (voice)
313 episodes
Kristen Schaal
Kristen Schaal
as Louise Belcher (voice)
313 episodes
Eugene Mirman
Eugene Mirman
as Gene Belcher (voice)
313 episodes
Dan Mintz
Dan Mintz
as Tina Belcher (voice)
313 episodes
Larry Murphy
Larry Murphy
as Teddy (voice)
313 episodes
Andy Kindler
Andy Kindler
as Mort (voice)
81 episodes
Sarah Silverman
Sarah Silverman
as Ollie (voice)
67 episodes
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Samantha Shelton as Susan (voice) / Cougardoodle (voice) 4 episodes Kerri Kenney as Esther (voice) / Paramedic #2 (voice) 4 episodes Samantha Bee as Pam (voice) 5 episodes Thomas Lennon as Jason (voice) 7 episodes Jordan Peele as Hotel Security Guard (voice) 8 episodes Craig Anton as Mr. Dowling (voice) 4 episodes David Herman as Tammy's Dad (voice) 81 episodes Robert Ben Garant as Critter (voice) 6 episodes Keegan-Michael Key as Bartender (voice) 7 episodes Todd Barry as Joel (voice) 6 episodes Robert Smigel as Night Security Guard (voice) 4 episodes Joe Lo Truglio as Carl (voice) / Scab (voice) 8 episodes Ron Funches as Tim (voice) 4 episodes Andy Daly as Blake (voice) 7 episodes Rob Huebel as Zach (voice) 12 episodes Paul F. Tompkins as Randy (voice) 10 episodes Keisuke Hoashi as Mr. Kim / Danny (voice) 4 episodes Jon Glaser as Jairo (voice) 4 episodes Jack McBrayer as Trip (voice) 6 episodes Paul Rust as Alex (voice) 6 episodes Brooke Dillman as Delilah (voice) 38 episodes Betsy Sodaro as Jackie (voice) 4 episodes Jillian Bell as Mandy (voice) 5 episodes Sarah Baker as Ms. Selbo (voice) / Woman in Chair (voice) 10 episodes Pamela Adlon as Olsen Benner (voice) 16 episodes Wendi McLendon-Covey as Mudflap (voice) 4 episodes Lindsey Stoddart as Jennifer (voice) 13 episodes Eddie Pepitone as Reggie (voice) 7 episodes Jon Daly as Sasha (voice) 5 episodes Drew Droege as Deirdre (voice) 4 episodes Aziz Ansari as Darryl (voice) 13 episodes Rachel Dratch as Bethany (voice) 6 episodes Kurt Braunohler as Peggy-Sis (voice) 18 episodes George Wallace as Mr. Huggins (voice) 4 episodes Sharon Horgan as Kathleen (voice) 4 episodes Jessica St. Clair as Nancy (voice) 4 episodes Wendy Molyneux as Karen (voice) 8 episodes Sam Seder as Nathaniel (voice) 39 episodes Bill Hader as Mickey (voice) 8 episodes Melissa Bardin Galsky as Nora Samuels (voice) 31 episodes Ben Schwartz as Rick (voice) 4 episodes Ron Lynch as Funtime Exec (voice) 13 episodes Max Greenfield as Boo Boo (voice) 5 episodes Katie Crown as Auditor #1 (voice) 11 episodes Brian Huskey as Regular-sized Rudy (voice) 53 episodes Damon Wayans Jr. as Arnold (voice) 5 episodes Jim Gaffigan as Henry Haber (voice) 7 episodes Will Forte as Mr. Grant (voice) 7 episodes Megan Mullally as Tabitha Johansson (voice) 25 episodes John Michael Higgins as Glencrest President (voice) 12 episodes Billy Eichner as Mr. Ambrose (voice) 13 episodes Stephanie Beatriz as Chloe Barbash (voice) 12 episodes Jay Johnston as Jimmy Pesto (voice) 41 episodes Ken Jeong as Dr. Yap (voice) 8 episodes Jenny Slate as Tammy (voice) / Rosa (voice) 55 episodes Zach Galifianakis as Chet (voice) 16 episodes Laura Silverman as Dillon (voice) / Stage Manager (voice) / Student (voice) 42 episodes Gary Cole as Sergeant Bosco (voice) 12 episodes Aparna Nancherla as Susmita (voice) 5 episodes Kulap Vilaysack as Rupa (voice) 5 episodes Bobby Tisdale as Zeke (voice) 80 episodes Kevin Kline as Kevin Fischoeder (voice) 41 episodes David Wain as Courtney (voice) 14 episodes Tim Meadows as Mike (voice) 22 episodes Molly Shannon as Millie (voice) 8 episodes Eric Bauza as Big Bob (voice) 5 episodes Merrin Dungey as Bank Lady (voice) 5 episodes
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Keyword Cloud

Keywords

sibling relationship new jersey puberty restaurant singing cynical menu adult animation seaside town sitcom
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
January 09, 2011
Status
Returning Series
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
1,147