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Lucas Tanner
1974·Show
·22Episodes in1Season·
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Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension3
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Nostalgic and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
- Nostalgia9
- Wholesome8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy2
World
History, growing up, and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
- Sound Centrality6
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumNostalgic and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, wholesome, and hopeful. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, growing up, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around history, growing up, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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Lucas Tanner is an NBC television drama that aired during the 1974-75 season. The title character, played by David Hartman, was a former baseball player and sportswriter who becomes an English teacher at the fictional Harry S Truman High School in Webster Groves, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis. Episodes often deal with the resistance of traditional teachers to Tanner's unorthodox teaching style.
Regular co-stars included Rosemary Murphy, Kimberly Beck, and ten-year-old Robbie Rist. Unusually, the show was actually filmed in Webster Groves, rather than on a Hollywood backlot. That gave it a somewhat unusual "look" for a prime-time TV series.
A 90-minute pilot film of the series aired on NBC the week of May 4, 1974; the pilot also starred Kathleen Quinlan and Joe Garagiola.
This series was Hartman's last television series as an actor—in November 1975, he began a long-running stint as co-host of ABC's Good Morning America.
1970s TV DramaSchool SettingEducational ThemesUnorthodox TeachingCharacter-DrivenSocial CommentaryNostalgicGentle PacingComing-of-Age Themes
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Is Lucas Tanner worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Lucas Tanner have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 22 episodes.
When did Lucas Tanner air?
S1
It ran from 1974 to 1975 and has ended.
What language is Lucas Tanner in?
English
It was made in English.