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The Missing
2021·Show
·10Episodes in1Season·TV-MA·
The Missing fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
The Missing is tense and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, 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.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Every two minutes, someone disappears in Brazil. Os Ausentes, an agency run by a former cop with a search of his own, takes the cases no one will to help other people reunite with their loved ones.
Brazilian CrimeMissing PersonsPolice ProceduralSocial CommentaryPsychological ThrillerIntrigueDesperationUrban DecayHope Amidst Darkness
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Questions about The Missing
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Missing worth watching?
78
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 85). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Missing rated?
TV-MAViolenceStrong languageDrug use
It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.
How many seasons does The Missing have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 10 episodes.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Missing?
Critics89
Audiences77
Not quite. Critics rate The Missing higher (89) than audiences (77). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
When did The Missing air?
S1
It ran from 2021 to 2021 and has ended.
What language is The Missing in?
PortugueseSpanish
It was made in Portuguese, with some Spanish. Produced in Brazil.
What tropes does The Missing use?
Missing ChildScars Are ForeverBittersweet EndingRipped from the HeadlinesA Match Made in StockholmGenre SavvyDysfunctional FamilyRevisiting the Cold CaseBait-and-SwitchCool Old GuyHope SpotSignificant Wardrobe Shiftand 20 more
TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for The Missing, including Missing Child, Scars Are Forever, Bittersweet Ending.