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Beyond Evil

2021·Show
16Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
IMDb8.1
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Beyond Evil fingerprint

Masterful craft, high energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor4
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Crime, mystery, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Character Depth10
  • Direction9
  • Acting9

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

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Episode ratings

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About

These days... It's dangerous to trust someone.

As a killing resembling a cold case resurfaces in a small town, the chase for the truth falls on two policemen who each harbor secrets of their own.
Psychological ThrillerIntricate MysteryCharacter-Driven DramaSlow-Burn TensionPolice ProceduralSmall Town SecretsMoral AmbiguityCompelling PerformancesTwisty Plot

Crew

Directed by:
Sim Na-yeon
Written by:
Kim Soo-jin

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Beyond Evil

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Beyond Evil worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Beyond Evil rated?

TV-MAViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Beyond Evil have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 16 episodes.

When did Beyond Evil air?

It ran from 2021 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is Beyond Evil in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch Beyond Evil?

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What tropes does Beyond Evil use?

Obfuscating Disability"Where Are They Now?" EpilogueBound and GaggedPlease Wake UpDistant FinaleWe Can Rule TogetherDirty CopNightmare FaceOld Cop, Young CopNot Me This TimeGratuitous EnglishDistant Prologueand 26 more

TV Tropes lists 38 storytelling tropes for Beyond Evil, including Obfuscating Disability, "Where Are They Now?" Epilogue, Bound and Gagged.