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Daybreak
2019·Show
·20Episodes in1Season·
Daybreak fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Violence6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Moving and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age8
- Pathos7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and growing up
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Narrative Structure7
- Intrigue6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving, hopeful, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowEveryday modern life, crime, and growing up
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Zhang Tianliang and Zheng Weilong have been close friends since secondary school. Both of them often get themselves into trouble, and ended up being suspended from school. They were forced to be loanshark runners due to the debt Weilong owed, little did they know in the process, they indirectly caused the death of one of the debtor’s wife, Wan An’s mother, thus causing Wan An to bear a grudge against loanshark runners. Tianliang injured someone while helping Wen Shuying and was sentenced to jail. He turned over a new leaf after this incident and became a lawyer upon his release. 张天亮和郑伟龙从中学起就是好友，两人经常打架闹事，被学校开除。因伟龙欠下大耳窿的钱，两人被迫当上跑腿，间接害死了一名欠债人的妻子，也就是婉安的母亲，但天亮却毫不知情，婉安因此对大耳窿跑腿深恶痛绝。天亮为帮一女子温书莹，犯下严重伤人罪，被判坐牢。出狱后他重新做人，当上律师。
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Questions about Daybreak
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Daybreak worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 68% and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Daybreak rated?
ViolenceDrug useDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, drug use, and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Daybreak have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 20 episodes.
Do critics and audiences agree on Daybreak?
Critics61
Audiences66
Yes. Critics average 61 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see Daybreak much the same way.
When did Daybreak air?
S1
It ran from 2019 to 2020 and has ended.
What language is Daybreak in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese.