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Do Not Adjust Your Set
1967·Show
Do Not Adjust Your Set fingerprint
Very funny, high energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle6
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia8
- Hopefulness6
- Wholesome5
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
- Absurdist Humor10
- Wit & Wordplay9
- Satire & Parody9
World
History, pop culture, and society
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Novelty10
- Rewatchability9
- Dialogue Centrality8
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and direction
- Acting9
- Dialogue Quality9
- Direction8
Style
Standout visual style, editing, and score
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Editing8
- Music Composition8
Energy
HighFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Do Not Adjust Your Set is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor10Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighHistory, pop culture, and society
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around history, pop culture, and society. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Novelty10Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability9Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and direction
The performances, dialogue, and direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Meta Narrative8Stories about storytelling.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty10Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
Style
HighStandout visual style, editing, and score
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style, editing, and score stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
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About
Innovative and influential, and originally envisaged as children’s show, Do Not Adjust Your Set was a madcap early-evening comedy sketch show that quickly acquired a cult following with Swinging Sixties adults, who rushed home from work to see it. Written by and starring Michael Palin, Terry Jones, Eric Idle, with great performances and additional material by David Jason and Denise Coffey, it also provided an early showcase for the hilarious animations of Terry Gilliam, and the brilliantly bizarre musical antics of the legendary Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band.
Pioneering Sketch ComedyAbsurdist & SurrealBritish Cult ClassicPre-Monty PythonInnovative AnimationWit & WordplaySatirical HumorNostalgic 1960sEccentric CharactersHighly Rewatchable
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Is Do Not Adjust Your Set worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Do Not Adjust Your Set have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 29 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
When did Do Not Adjust Your Set air?
S1S2
It ran from 1967 to 1969 and has ended.
What language is Do Not Adjust Your Set in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch Do Not Adjust Your Set?
9
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What tropes does Do Not Adjust Your Set use?
Flock of WolvesBad SantaHey, That's My Line!Undercover Cop RevealBlackface
TV Tropes lists 5 storytelling tropes for Do Not Adjust Your Set, including Flock of Wolves, Bad Santa, Hey, That's My Line!.