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Once a Hero
1987·Show
·7Episodes in1Season·
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Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Nostalgia6
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
- Absurdist Humor8
- Situational Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Fantasy and pop culture
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Meta Narrative7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Once a Hero is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumFantasy and pop culture
Its world is built around fantasy and pop culture.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
Once a Hero is an ABC 1987 science fiction comedy television series. The series stars Milo O'Shea as Abner Bevis, a down-on-his-luck comic book artist whose life is turned upside down when his creation, Captain Justice, comes to life. Also appearing in the series was Caitlin Clarke and Robert Forster.
Quirky Sci-Fi ComedyMeta-Narrative ExplorationPop Culture FocusComic Book AdaptationLighthearted FantasyFeel-Good AdventureCharacter-Driven HumorNostalgic Television
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Is Once a Hero worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Once a Hero have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 7 episodes.
When did Once a Hero air?
S1
It ran from 1987 to 1987 and has ended.
What language is Once a Hero in?
English
It was made in English.