Mad Men

Mad Men is an American period drama television series created by Matthew Weiner and produced by Lionsgate Television. It aired on AMC from July 19, 2007, to May 17, 2015, spanning seven seasons and 92 episodes.

The series is set primarily in the 1960s in New York City, initially at the fictional Sterling Cooper advertising agency, and later at the newly created Sterling Cooper Draper Price agency, and eventually at Sterling Cooper & Partners. The show focuses on the professional and personal lives of Don Draper (played by Jon Hamm), a talented and enigmatic advertising executive, and the people around him.

Mad Men explores the changing social mores of the decade through its characters and storylines. It delves into themes of identity, authenticity, masculinity, femininity, sexism, racism, anti-Semitism, consumerism, and the American Dream. The series is known for its meticulous attention to detail in recreating the period, from the costumes and set design to the language and attitudes of the characters.

The show received critical acclaim throughout its run, winning numerous awards, including 16 Primetime Emmy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards. It is widely considered one of the greatest television series of all time for its writing, acting, directing, and production design. The series also garnered significant attention for its exploration of the advertising industry and its portrayal of the cultural shifts of the 1960s.