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Funny, strong craft.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
- Spectacle5
Heart
Heartwarming and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Wholesome9
- Hopefulness8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and sharp wit
- Physical Comedy9
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Situational Comedy7
World
Mystery, family, and crime
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout performances and dialogue
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
The Wrong Trousers is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumHeartwarming and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's heartwarming, hopeful, and wondrous. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and sharp wit
Expect plenty of slapstick and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy9Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumMystery, family, and crime
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around mystery, family, and crime. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances and dialogue
The performances and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Wallace rents out Gromit's former bedroom to a penguin, who takes up an interest in the techno trousers created by Wallace. However, Gromit later learns that the penguin is a wanted criminal.
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Is The Wrong Trousers worth watching?
92
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 92/100 (IMDb 8.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Wrong Trousers rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is The Wrong Trousers?
0 h 30 min
The Wrong Trousers runs 0 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Wrong Trousers?
Critics100
Audiences88
Not quite. Critics rate The Wrong Trousers higher (100) than audiences (88). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Wrong Trousers in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch The Wrong Trousers?
7
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What tropes does The Wrong Trousers use?
The Thing That Would Not LeaveHomageVisual InnuendoHeavy SleeperCreator In-JokeStarts Stealthily, Ends LoudlyCombat PragmatistOverly Nervous Flop SweatParodyChase SceneNice Job Breaking It, Hero!Air-Vent Passagewayand 111 more
TV Tropes lists 123 storytelling tropes for The Wrong Trousers, including The Thing That Would Not Leave, Homage, Visual Innuendo.