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Quark
1977·Show
·8Episodes in1Season·
Quark fingerprint
Very funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness7
- Nostalgia7
Humor
Plenty of satire and absurdist humor
- Satire & Parody10
- Absurdist Humor9
- Situational Comedy8
World
The future and pop culture
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability8
- Novelty8
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Quark is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of satire and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of satire and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody10Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighThe future and pop culture
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around the future and pop culture. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Quark is an American science fiction situation comedy starring Richard Benjamin broadcast on NBC. The pilot first aired on May 7, 1977, and the series followed as a mid-season replacement in February 1978. The series was cancelled in April 1978. Quark was created by Buck Henry, co-creator of the spy spoof Get Smart.
The show was set on a United Galaxy Sanitation Patrol Cruiser, an interstellar garbage scow operating out of United Galaxies Space Station Perma One in the year 2226. Adam Quark, the main character, works to clean up trash in space by collecting "space baggies" with his trusted and highly unusual crew.
In its short run, Quark satirized such science fiction as Star Wars, 2001: A Space Odyssey and Flash Gordon. Three of the episodes were direct satires of Star Trek episodes.
The series won one Emmy Award nomination, for costume designer Grady Hunt's work in the episode "All the Emperor's Quasi-Norms, Part 2".
The complete series was released on DVD on October 14, 2008.
Sci-Fi SitcomGenre SatireAbsurdist ComedyVintage Science FictionPop Culture ParodyWitty DialogueCult ClassicQuirky CharactersSpace AdventureCampy Humor
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Quark
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Quark worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Quark rated?
TV-PG
It's rated TV-PG in the United States.
How many seasons does Quark have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 8 episodes.
When did Quark air?
S1
It ran from 1977 to 1978 and has ended.
What language is Quark in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Quark use?
Geeky Turn-OnHandshake SubstituteFantastic RacismAin't Too Proud to BegAffectionate ParodyNot so DireThat's No MoonSilicon SnarkerEvil Is HammyInsane AdmiralAlien Arts Are AppreciatedA.I. Is a Crapshootand 61 more
TV Tropes lists 73 storytelling tropes for Quark, including Geeky Turn-On, Handshake Substitute, Fantastic Racism.