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Invasion: Earth
1998·Show
Invasion: Earth fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Pathos5
- Melancholy4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
The future, technology, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Invasion: Earth is tense, fast-paced, and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- 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.
World
MediumThe future, technology, and war
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, technology, and war. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity 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 Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
THE WORLD WAR HAS BEGUN
Scientists and the military join forces as the Scottish Highlands become the battleground for a struggle against alien invaders...
Invasion: Earth is a BBC science fiction mini-series. It was made in collaboration with the Sci Fi Channel, and released in 1998 as six fifty minute episodes.
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Is Invasion: Earth worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Invasion: Earth rated?
NRViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Invasion: Earth have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 6 episodes of about 60 minutes each.
When did Invasion: Earth air?
S1
It ran from 1998 to 1998 and has ended.
What language is Invasion: Earth in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
What tropes does Invasion: Earth use?
Evil Versus OblivionIron LadyOrganic TechnologyFirst-Name BasisRedemption Equals DeathAgent ScullyProud Scholar RaceSuicidal PacifismBlack and NerdyFade to WhiteHumans Are BastardsI Will Fight Some More Foreverand 6 more
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Invasion: Earth, including Evil Versus Oblivion, Iron Lady, Organic Technology.