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Lab Rats
2008·Show
Lab Rats fingerprint
Funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline3
- Tension3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wholesome6
- Hopefulness6
- Catharsis4
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
- Situational Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Absurdist Humor7
World
Kept in the background
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh 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 Centrality3The 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
Lab Rats is a 2008 BBC 2 situation comedy set in a university science laboratory starring Chris Addison, who co-wrote the series with Carl Cooper. The series was produced by regular collaborator Simon Nicholls and directed by Adam Tandy. Its executive producer was Armando Iannucci with whom Addison worked in The Thick of It.
Iannucci stated that the programme would be a traditional-style sitcom recorded in front of a live audience. He hinted that it will be a "very cartoony" show featuring "lots of giant snails".
A pilot was announced as part of a series called "Behind Closed Doors" in Autumn 2006, but was never aired. A series of six episodes was broadcast in 2008, although the show was not recommissioned for further series.
British SitcomWorkplace ComedyAbsurdist HumorQuirky CharactersScience Lab SettingCharacter-Driven ComedyTraditional Sitcom FormatEnsemble CastWitty Dialogue
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Is Lab Rats worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 5.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Lab Rats have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 6 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
When did Lab Rats air?
S1
It ran from 2008 to 2008 and has ended.
What language is Lab Rats in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Lab Rats use?
Future Me Scares MeCrazy Cat LadyThe Only One Allowed to Defeat YouEgg SittingCain and AbelStock ScreamPower Makes Your Voice DeepMoney FetishChild SoldiersSitcom Arch-NemesisBody SurfThe Cast Show Offand 196 more
TV Tropes lists 208 storytelling tropes for Lab Rats, including Future Me Scares Me, Crazy Cat Lady, The Only One Allowed to Defeat You.