6.2
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What's your score?
The Hunger fingerprint
Striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Violence5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Melancholy5
- Romance4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Satire & Parody3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability4
- Ambiguity4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Who it's for
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About
What do you hunger for?
The Hunger is a British/Canadian television horror anthology series, co-produced by Scott Free Productions, Telescene Film Group Productions and the Canadian pay-TV channel The Movie Network. Though it shares a title with the feature film The Hunger the series has no direct plot or character connection to the film, and was created by Jeff Fazio.
Originally shown on the Sci Fi Channel in the UK, The Movie Network in Canada and Showtime in the US, the series was broadcast from 1997 to 2000, and is internally organized into two seasons. Each episode was based around an independent story introduced by the host; Terence Stamp hosted each episode for the first season, and was replaced in the second season by David Bowie. Stories tended to focus on themes of self-destructive desire and obsession, with a strong component of soft-core erotica; popular tropes for the stories included cannibalism, vampires, sex, and poison.
Erotic Horror Anthology90s Gothic AestheticAtmospheric & MoodySensual DreadCult Classic VibeEclectic Star PowerPsychological UneaseStylized Violence
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Questions about The Hunger
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Hunger worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Hunger rated?
ViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does The Hunger have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 44 episodes of about 24 minutes each.
When did The Hunger air?
S1S2
It ran from 1997 to 2000 and has ended.
What language is The Hunger in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch The Hunger?
53
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+39GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Hunger in 53 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Hunger use?
TaglineDying DreamHorror HostMad ArtistAlliterative TitleOne-Word TitleAlliterative NameSurvivor Guilt
TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for The Hunger, including Tagline, Dying Dream, Horror Host.