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SWARM
2022·Show
·12Episodes in1Season·
SWARM fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis5
- Wonder5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody4
World
Mystery, the mind, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Complexity8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
SWARM is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumMystery, the mind, and technology
Its world is built around mystery, the mind, and technology. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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A seemingly ordinary traffic accident led to multiple forces being involved. While everyone rushed to investigate the truth a series of unexpected situations broke out. The crisis hidden behind the unsettled case exceeded everybody's imagination...When human beings are busy exploring their limits, they are not aware of standing at the crossroads of evolution once again, and a magnificent Big Era began...
Conspiracy ThrillerSci-Fi MysteryPsychological SuspenseUnsettling RevelationIntriguing PlotHuman Evolution ThemesDark & ComplexUnfolding Crisis
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Is SWARM worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 87%, and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is SWARM rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does SWARM have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 12 episodes and is still in production.
Do critics and audiences agree on SWARM?
Critics77
Audiences69
Not quite. Critics rate SWARM higher (77) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
When did SWARM air?
S1
It started in 2022 and is still in production.
What language is SWARM in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.
What tropes does SWARM use?
Jerkass Has a PointDeep SouthCrime ReconstructionRoad Trip Plot20 Minutes into the PastI Have Many NamesFreudian ExcuseMale Frontal NudityFormula-Breaking EpisodeLife-or-Death QuestionGenre-BustingKarma Houdiniand 38 more
TV Tropes lists 50 storytelling tropes for SWARM, including Jerkass Has a Point, Deep South, Crime Reconstruction.