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Something Is Out There
1988·Show
Something Is Out There fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Wonder5
- Hopefulness4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
- Situational Comedy1
World
The future
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowThe future
Its world is built around the future.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
A short-lived weekly series based on the miniseries of the same name.
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Questions about Something Is Out There
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Is Something Is Out There worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Something Is Out There rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Something Is Out There have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 8 episodes of about 44 minutes each.
When did Something Is Out There air?
S1
It ran from 1988 to 1988 and has ended.
What language is Something Is Out There in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Australia, United States.
What tropes does Something Is Out There use?
Klingons Love ShakespeareDirty Mind-ReadingToplessness from the BackInnocent Fanservice GirlSleeps in the NudeInhuman Eye ConcealersPolly Wants a MicrophoneHandshake RefusalRansacked RoomWax Museum MorgueNot What It Looks LikeAlien Catnipand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Something Is Out There, including Klingons Love Shakespeare, Dirty Mind-Reading, Toplessness from the Back.