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Catweazle
1970·Show
Catweazle fingerprint
Funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness8
- Nostalgia7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
Fantasy, history, and technology
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Rewatchability8
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Catweazle is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumWholesome and hopeful
Emotionally, it's wholesome, hopeful, and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy, history, and technology
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around fantasy, history, and technology. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- 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
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
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A medieval wizard (though not a very good one) Catweazle is transported to the modern age...
A British television series, created and written by Richard Carpenter which was produced and directed by Quentin Lawrence for London Weekend Television under the LWI banner, and screened in the UK on ITV in 1970. A second season in 1971 was directed by David Reid and David Lane. Both series had thirteen episodes each, with Geoffrey Bayldon playing the leading role.
The series was broadcast in Ireland, Britain, Gibraltar, New Zealand, The Netherlands, Germany, Australia, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Czechoslovakia, Nicaragua and Quebec. The first episode is available to view in full at the BFI Screenonline site.
Classic British TVWhimsical FantasyTime Travel ComedyFish-Out-of-WaterCharming & EccentricFamily-FriendlyGentle HumorNostalgic ViewingCultural Clash
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Is Catweazle worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Catweazle have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 26 episodes of about 25 minutes each.
When did Catweazle air?
S1S2
It ran from 1970 to 1971 and has ended.
What language is Catweazle in?
EnglishGerman
It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Catweazle?
3
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What tropes does Catweazle use?
Stage MagicianMistaken for TerroristSetting UpdateRhyming WizardryYe Olde Butcherede EnglisheInept MagePirate BootyUnstoppable RageBalloonacyArc WordsClarke's Third LawFish out of Temporal Waterand 12 more
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for Catweazle, including Stage Magician, Mistaken for Terrorist, Setting Update.