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Round the Bend
1988·Show
·18Episodes in3Seasons·
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Very funny, high energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Wholesome5
- Hopefulness4
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and satire
- Absurdist Humor9
- Satire & Parody9
- Wit & Wordplay8
World
Show business, pop culture, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout direction and dialogue
- Direction8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Acting7
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighFast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Round the Bend is fast-paced and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of absurdist humor and satire
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighShow business, pop culture, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around show business, pop culture, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumStandout direction and dialogue
The direction and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Round the Bend was a satirical British children's television series, which ran on Children's ITV for three series from 1989 to 1991. The show was a Hat Trick production for Yorkshire Television. The show was later repeated on Channel 4, The Children's Channel and Nickelodeon UK and was nominated for an RTS Award.
It was created by the team behind the comic Oink! - Patrick Gallagher, Tony Husband and Mark Rodgers. The puppets, animation characters and main set were designed by Gallagher, who was also the show's graphic designer. The puppets were made by the team who made the puppets for Spitting Image. Round the Bend was a satirical parody of Saturday morning magazine shows — with a host providing linking material between cartoons, music videos and news sections - albeit set in a sewer. The anarchic tone of the show and its parody cartoons was similar to that of Viz. The animated segments were done by Aardman Animations and Catalyst Pictures.
The title of the show is a reference to a toilet U-bend, with the opening titles beginning with the camera being flushed down a toilet and ending up in a sewer.
Satirical Children's ShowAbsurdist ComedyMixed-Media Puppet ShowAnarchic British HumorPop Culture ParodyCult ClassicVisual GagsNostalgic ViewingMeta HumorCartoon Anthology
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Questions about Round the Bend
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Is Round the Bend worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Round the Bend have?
3 seasons
It has 3 seasons with 18 episodes.
When did Round the Bend air?
S1S2S3
It ran from 1988 to 1990 and has ended.
What language is Round the Bend in?
English
It was made in English.