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Line Walker: The Prelude
2017·Show
·30Episodes in1Season·
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High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos6
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor4
- Physical Comedy1
World
Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters, direction, and performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue10
- Character Depth9
- Complexity9
Style
Standout cinematography and editing
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Line Walker: The Prelude is nerve-racking, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
HighCrime, mystery, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and everyday modern life. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters, direction, and performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The characters, direction, and performances stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue10Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity9Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and editing
Look and sound: the cinematography and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In 2010, Cheuk Hoi secretly travels to Bangkok to conduct a drug operation with his undercover agents in Thailand. As they finish their mission and are about to leave Thailand, an explosion causes all of Cheuk Hoi's undercover agents to die in a sea of fire. At the same time, Cheuk Hoi's good friend, CIB Inspector Lai Sir, is killed for unknown reasons, leaving Cheuk Hoi in charge of a female cop who is not yet officially an undercover. Cheuk Hoi knows that Lai Sir still has undercover agents whose identities have been deleted. To learn the truth about Lai Sir's death, Cheuk Hoi must find all of the undercovers. He and Suk Mui begin to search for the undercover agents.
Hong Kong Crime ThrillerUndercover OperationBetrayalIntenseIntricate PlotPolice DramaEspionageLoyalty & DeceptionFast-PacedGritty
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Is Line Walker: The Prelude worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Line Walker: The Prelude rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Line Walker: The Prelude have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 30 episodes.
When did Line Walker: The Prelude air?
S1
It ran from 2017 to 2017 and has ended.
What language is Line Walker: The Prelude in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.
In how many countries can I watch Line Walker: The Prelude?
3
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