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Out of the Unknown
1965·Show
·49Episodes in4Seasons·
Out of the Unknown fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody4
World
The future, technology, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Complexity8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Out of the Unknown is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe future, technology, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, technology, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Who it's for
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About
Out of the Unknown is a British television science fiction anthology drama series, produced by the BBC and broadcast on BBC2 in four series between 1965 and 1971. Each episode was a dramatisation of a science fiction short story; some were created for the series, but most were adaptations of already published stories.
The first three years were exclusively science fiction, but that genre was abandoned in the final year in favour of horror and fantasy. A number of episodes were wiped during the early 1970s, as was standard procedure at the time.
Sci-Fi AnthologyBritish TelevisionScience Fiction DramatizationPsychological TensionMystery and IntrigueTechnology and HumanityAnthology SeriesThought-ProvokingClassic Sci-Fi
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Is Out of the Unknown worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Out of the Unknown rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Out of the Unknown have?
4 seasons
It has 4 seasons with 49 episodes.
When did Out of the Unknown air?
S1S2S3S4
It ran from 1965 to 1971 and has ended.
What language is Out of the Unknown in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Out of the Unknown use?
Genre AnthologySpiritual SuccessorLive-Action Adaptation
TV Tropes lists 3 storytelling tropes for Out of the Unknown, including Genre Anthology, Spiritual Successor, Live-Action Adaptation.