Mad Men

Mad Men is an American period drama television series created by Matthew Weiner. The series premiered on AMC on July 19, 2007, and concluded on May 17, 2015, after seven seasons and 92 episodes. The show is set primarily in the 1960s and is centered on the fictional advertising agency Sterling Cooper on Madison Avenue in New York City.

Plot

The series focuses on the life of Don Draper, played by Jon Hamm, who is the creative director at Sterling Cooper and later a founding partner at Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce. The show also explores the professional and personal lives of the other employees at the agency, including Peggy Olson, Pete Campbell, Joan Holloway, and Roger Sterling.

Characters

• Don Draper - The enigmatic and talented creative director with a mysterious past.
• Peggy Olson - A secretary who rises to become a copywriter.
• Pete Campbell - An ambitious account executive.
• Joan Holloway - The office manager and later a partner at the agency.
• Roger Sterling - A senior partner at Sterling Cooper and a mentor to Don Draper.

Themes

Mad Men explores themes such as identity, gender roles, sexuality, racism, and the American Dream. The series is noted for its historical accuracy, visual style, costume design, and the social commentary of the 1960s.

Production

The series was produced by Lionsgate Television and was filmed at various locations in Los Angeles, California. The show's creator, Matthew Weiner, was also a writer and executive producer for the series.

Reception

Mad Men received widespread critical acclaim and won numerous awards, including 16 Primetime Emmy Awards and 5 Golden Globe Awards. It is often cited as one of the greatest television series of all time.

Episodes

The series consists of seven seasons, each with a varying number of episodes. The first season has 13 episodes, while the final season is split into two parts, each containing 7 episodes.

Cultural Impact

Mad Men has had a significant impact on popular culture, influencing fashion, advertising, and the portrayal of the 1960s in media. The show's success has led to a renewed interest in the advertising industry and the era it depicts.

See Also

• List of Mad Men episodes
• List of awards and nominations received by Mad Men
• Matthew Weiner
• Jon Hamm