8.6
QI fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension3
- Spectacle2
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder8
- Wholesome6
- Hopefulness5
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor
- Wit & Wordplay9
- Absurdist Humor8
- Situational Comedy7
World
Pop culture
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality10
- Rewatchability8
- Novelty8
Craft
Standout dialogue and performances
- Dialogue Quality9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography5
- Visual Stylization5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighPop culture
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around pop culture. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality10Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumStandout dialogue and performances
The dialogue and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative5Stories about storytelling.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality10Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is QI worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 8.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is QI rated?
Content advisories: strong language.
How many seasons does QI have?
23 seasons
It has 23 seasons with 369 episodes of about 30 minutes each and is still in production.
When did QI air?
It started in 2003 and is still in production.
What language is QI in?
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch QI?
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for QI in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does QI use?
TV Tropes lists 322 storytelling tropes for QI, including Put on a Bus, Non-Answer, Out of Order.