3.9
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Chernobyl fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos4
- Catharsis3
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody2
- Situational Comedy0
World
Politics, history, and crime
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Chernobyl is nerve-racking, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumPolitics, history, and crime
Its world is built around politics, history, and crime.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
The action takes place from April to December 1986. The KGB department of the USSR becomes aware of the interest shown by foreign intelligence services in the Chornobyl nuclear power plant. To establish the whereabouts of an experienced CIA officer, Albert Lenz, who is suspected of espionage, on the territory of Pripyat, Lieutenant Colonel of military counterintelligence Andrey Nikolaev arrives in the city.
Cold War EspionagePolitical ThrillerMystery & IntrigueHistorical DramaTension-FilledConspiracyKGB Spy GamesPost-Disaster SettingCharacter-Driven
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Questions about Chernobyl
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Is Chernobyl worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 3.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Chernobyl rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Chernobyl have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 12 episodes of about 49 minutes each.
When did Chernobyl air?
S1
It ran from 2022 to 2022 and has ended.
What language is Chernobyl in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.
What tropes does Chernobyl use?
Non-Malicious MonsterHow We Got HereReports of My Death Were Greatly ExaggeratedTime SkipStarts with a SuicideDisaster MovieArc WordsShell-Shock SilenceObstructive BureaucratNo One Should Survive That!Everybody SmokesGenre Deconstructionand 187 more
TV Tropes lists 199 storytelling tropes for Chernobyl, including Non-Malicious Monster, How We Got Here, Reports of My Death Were Greatly Exaggerated.