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Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Hopefulness6
- Nostalgia6
Humor
Some slapstick and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody5
World
Fantasy, mystery, and faith and meaning
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy, mystery, and faith and meaning
Its world is built around fantasy, mystery, and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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About
Things never go right for Mildred Hubble...
Mildred is one of the young girls at a prestigious witch academy. She can't seem to do anything right and is picked on by classmates and teachers. The headmistress of the school, Miss Cackle, has an evil twin sister who plans to destroy the school. Can Mildred foil the plan before the Grand Wizard comes to the Academy for a Halloween celebration you'll never forget?!!
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Is The Worst Witch worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Worst Witch?
1 h 10 min
The Worst Witch runs 1 h 10 min.
What language is The Worst Witch in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does The Worst Witch use?
The GlompBothering by the BookGood Feels GoodAdaptation-Induced Plot HoleBig "SHUT UP!"Triumphant RepriseSelf-Fulfilling ProphecyBook SnapIll-Timed SneezeContinuity NodFood PornSneeze of Doomand 220 more
TV Tropes lists 232 storytelling tropes for The Worst Witch, including The Glomp, Bothering by the Book, Good Feels Good.