5.5
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Aliens in the Family
1996·Show
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Aliens in the Family fingerprint
Funny.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics9
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor
- Situational Comedy8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Physical Comedy6
World
Family
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Aliens in the Family is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic5Speculative tech and future worlds.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Half the family eats toast. The other half eats toasters.
A human single father is abducted by a spaceship and fall in love with an alien single mother. They return to Earth to marry and raise their blended family.
90s Sci-Fi SitcomBlended Family ComedyAlien CoexistenceWholesome HumorLighthearted & AbsurdistInterspecies RomanceFamily-Friendly EntertainmentNostalgic Television
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Questions about Aliens in the Family
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Aliens in the Family worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Aliens in the Family have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 8 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
When did Aliens in the Family air?
S1
It ran from 1996 to 1996 and has ended.
What language is Aliens in the Family in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Aliens in the Family use?
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TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for Aliens in the Family, including Job-Stealing Robot, Incredible Shrinking Man, Trial by Combat.