The remarkably successful ABC comedy 'The Middle' is coming to an end with its 9th and final season premiering on October 3rd! The show comedically, but realistically follows the life of a middle-class family from Orson, Indiana. Frankie and Mike Heck played by Patricia Heaton and Neil Flynn are your typical, but not so typical parents. The playful, and sarcastic banter between Frankie, a dental hygienist and Mike, a quarry manager has most families crying with laughter during each episode. Their three children: Axl Heck (Charlie McDermott), Sue Heck (Eden Sher) and Brick (Atticus Shafer) are quite a handful, but immensely add to the dynamic of the show. Axl is the funny, self-assured but caring older brother. …show more content…
The show is refreshing in the way that it does not only show the "White Picket Fence" family that is often portrayed in television. Many viewers keep watching the show because they identify with the characters and the struggles that the family faces. The family does not let their struggles or status define them nor hinder what is truly important, even if it takes some time for them to realize.
The show is also fantastic because it is for families and caters to people of all ages. Everyone who watches is able to find some way to relate, whether it is to the storyline, a specific character or episode. If you have not yet been convinced to tune in and watch the 9th season of 'The Middle' here are some reviews and comments about the show by some viewers:
"What I like about 'The Middle' is that it is a well written comedy focused on what is a seemingly normal family trying to live their lives while dealing with issues that most families could relate" - Robert
"I liked the quick wit of the show and how different personalities were presented as mainstream"-