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The Burning Zone
1996·Show
The Burning Zone fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos3
- Wonder3
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
The future, society, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumThe future, society, and technology
Its world is built around the future, society, and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- 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.
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About
The Burning Zone is a television drama broadcast on the UPN network as part of its 1996–97 lineup. It ran for 19 episodes. The series was rerun on SciFi Channel in the mid-to-late 1990s.
The Burning Zone featured a team of American agents who could be almost instantly dispatched almost anywhere in the world to fight biological warfare and naturally occurring biohazards. The series is believed to be cashing in on the success of the New York Times bestseller The Hot Zone, which spawned biological disaster movies like Outbreak. There was a villainous organization known as "The Dawn" that was responsible for some of the threats the team faced. The members of "The Dawn" were shadowy and never fully exposed but their goals and aims were clear: To allow disease and pestilence of a biological nature restore the Earth by rendering extinct the most virulent pestilence of all—mankind.
Biological ThrillerSci-Fi SuspenseConspiracyMedical DramaGlobal ThreatDark & BleakProceduralParanoia
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Is The Burning Zone worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 7.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 43%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Burning Zone rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does The Burning Zone have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 19 episodes of about 60 minutes each.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Burning Zone?
Critics43
Audiences71
Not quite. Audiences rate The Burning Zone higher (71) than critics (43). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did The Burning Zone air?
S1
It ran from 1996 to 1997 and has ended.
What language is The Burning Zone in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.