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Wonderfalls

2004Show1 season13 episodesTV-PG

ComedyDrama
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.3Rotten Tomatoes76%100%

A dreamlike, deeply unsettling comedy series about growing up and faith and meaning, with standout performances and dialogue.

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

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Episodes

1 season · 13 episodes · best: S1E13 "Caged Bird" 8.6

Episodes

8.1

Story

Jaye Tyler, a recent Brown University graduate with a philosophy degree, holds a dead-end job as a sales clerk at a Niagara Falls gift shop. Jaye is the reluctant participant in conversations with various animal figurines — a wax lion, brass monkey, stuffed bear, and mounted fish, among others — which direct her via oblique instructions to help people in need.

Feels like

  • Surreal Magical Realism
  • Philosophical Coming-of-Age
  • Quirky Character Study
  • Existential Humor
  • Intimate Dialogue
  • Uncanny Valley Atmosphere
  • Spiritual Quest
  • Indie Cult Classic
  • Melancholic Wonder

Cast

24 of 72 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Todd Holland, Craig Zisk, Marita Grabiak
Written by
Bryan Fuller, Tim Minear, Krista Vernoff
Produced by
Bryan Fuller, Todd Holland, Tim Minear

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Facts

March 12, 2004 · December 15, 2004 · Ended

First aired
March 12, 2004
Last aired
December 15, 2004
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 13 episodes
Age rating
TV-PG
Content
Strong Language, Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery
Original language
English

Tropes

Only Known by Their Nickname, Long-Lost Uncle Aesop, Continuity Nod +9

  • Only Known by Their Nickname
  • Long-Lost Uncle Aesop
  • Continuity Nod
  • The Teaser
  • Chekhov's Gunman
  • Romantic False Lead
  • Refusal of the Call
  • Noodle Incident
  • Cassandra Truth
  • Hollywood Atheist
  • Cosmic Plaything
  • The Glorious War of Sisterly Rivalry

12 of 76 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Is Wonderfalls worth watching?"

Questions about Wonderfalls

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Wonderfalls worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 8.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 76%). Audiences rate it higher (92 out of 100) than critics (76).

Is Wonderfalls okay for kids?

TV-PGStrong languageSexual contentDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-PG in the United States for strong language, sexual content, and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

How long does it take to watch Wonderfalls?

9 h

About 9 hours: 13 episodes in 1 season of about 42 minutes each, aired from 2004 to 2004.

Will Wonderfalls make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly absurd humor (9 of 10) and sharp wit (8 of 10).

Can I half-watch Wonderfalls?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for philosophical and 8 for ambiguity.

What tropes does Wonderfalls use?

Only Known by Their NicknameLong-Lost Uncle AesopContinuity NodThe TeaserChekhov's GunmanRomantic False LeadRefusal of the CallNoodle IncidentCassandra TruthHollywood AtheistCosmic PlaythingThe Glorious War of Sisterly Rivalryand 64 more

TV Tropes lists 76 tropes for it, including Only Known by Their Nickname, Long-Lost Uncle Aesop, and Continuity Nod.