Joan of Arcadia 

A teenage girl is visited by God, disguised as everyday people, and is given assignments and tasks that eventually have a positive outcome on people's lives.

Stars:

Amber Tamblyn, Joe Mantegna, Mary Steenburgen

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 10 wins & 25 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Joe Mantegna	...	Will Girardi 45 episodes, 2003-2005
Mary Steenburgen	...	Helen Girardi 45 episodes, 2003-2005
Amber Tamblyn	...	Joan Girardi 45 episodes, 2003-2005
Jason Ritter	...	Kevin Girardi 45 episodes, 2003-2005
Michael Welch	...	Luke Girardi 45 episodes, 2003-2005
Becky Wahlstrom	...	Grace Polk 44 episodes, 2003-2005
Chris Marquette	...	Adam Rove 44 episodes, 2003-2005
Aaron Himelstein	...	Friedman 33 episodes, 2003-2005
Mageina Tovah	...	Glynis Figliola 23 episodes, 2003-2005

Storyline

Millions of people speak to God. What if God spoke back? Life just got a hell of a lot more confusing for teenage Joan Girardi, who already deals with feeling out of place in her family : her police chief father, her somewhat overbearing mother, her geeky younger brother and former football star older brother, now paralyzed. They'd never believe her if she told them that God is talking to her. Does Joan have a higher purpose on earth, or are these strange conversations just in her head?

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Plot Keywords:

character name as series title | three word series title | assignment | friendship | nerd | 

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Genres:

Drama | Fantasy

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Certificate:

TV-PG

Details

Official Sites:

CBS SCI-FI Channel

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

25 September 2003 (USA)

Also Known As:

Die himmlische Joan

Filming Locations:

1816 1/2 N. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Barbara Hall Productions, CBS Productions, Sony Pictures Television

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min 44 min (45 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The double windows at the top of the school staircase set, which are often visible in scenes taking place in the school's hallways, are double semi-circles on top and squared on the bottom - the traditional shape of the ten commandments.

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Quotes

Joan: Does my hair look funny?
Grace Polk: Your hair always looks funny.
[laughs]
Grace Polk: Sometimes it just pops into my head and I just laugh.

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Connections

Referenced in Family Guy: Fast Times at Buddy Cianci Jr. High (2005)

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Soundtracks

One of Us
Performed by Joan Osborne
(Title Song)

User Reviews

Best show on TV

It was disheartening to see that the first review was the one negative review in the bunch. When I opened the rest a sigh of relief echoed my quiet office. I think "Joan of Arcadia" is hands down the best show on TV. It has excellent actors, great writing, and each episode is more entertaining or satisfying than the last. This show touches me every time I watch it. The vehicle used is entertaining, the characters are wonderfully written, and a profound message is sent out without ever preaching. Having just been through the most faith-rocking year of my life, the truths illuminated in this series have provided comfort, insight, and peace. With all the faithless programming available, this show is a breath of really fresh air!