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New Amsterdam
2008·Show
New Amsterdam fingerprint
Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Hopefulness6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy2
World
Fantasy, mystery, and history
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout characters
- Intrigue9
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumFantasy, mystery, and history
Its world is built around fantasy, mystery, and history.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Live like there's always tomorrow.
John Amsterdam is a New York homicide detective unlike any other. He is brilliant, mysterious, reckless, and immortal. In 1642 he saved a Native Indian girl during a massacre of her indigenous tribe. In return, the girl cast an ancient spell that conferred immortality upon him. Amsterdam will not age, she told him, until he finds his one true love.
Supernatural Crime DramaImmortal ProtagonistRomantic MysteryNew York City SettingPast LivesDestiny-Driven PlotCharacter-FocusedFantasy Elements
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Questions about New Amsterdam
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Is New Amsterdam worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 62%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is New Amsterdam rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does New Amsterdam have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 8 episodes.
Do critics and audiences agree on New Amsterdam?
Critics63
Audiences63
Yes. Critics average 63 and audiences 63 out of 100, so both groups see New Amsterdam much the same way.
When did New Amsterdam air?
S1
It ran from 2008 to 2008 and has ended.
What language is New Amsterdam in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does New Amsterdam use?
Exposition of ImmortalityBlack Gal on White Guy DramaFake AmericanMayfly–December RomanceSupernaturally Young ParentBlessed with SuckWe Have to Get the Bullet Out!Immortal Procreation ClauseEpunymous TitleBunny-Ears LawyerThe AlcoholicWhodunnit to Me?and 35 more
TV Tropes lists 47 storytelling tropes for New Amsterdam, including Exposition of Immortality, Black Gal on White Guy Drama, Fake American.