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Q...
1969·Show
Q... fingerprint
Very funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Wonder5
- Hopefulness4
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
- Absurdist Humor10
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Satire & Parody8
World
Kept in the background
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Novelty9
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout editing and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Editing8
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Q... is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, 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 & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighKept in the background
Holds up on a rewatch.
It holds up on a rewatch. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Related traits
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure3Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
Style
MediumStandout editing and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the editing and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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About
Q... was a surreal television comedy sketch show from Spike Milligan which ran from 1969 to 1982 on BBC2. There were six series in all, the first five numbered from Q5 to Q9, and a final series titled There's a Lot of It About. The first and third series ran for seven episodes, and the others for six episodes, each of which was 30 minutes long.
Various reasons have been suggested for the title. One possibility is that it was inspired by the project to construct the Cunard liner QE2, launched in September 1967, which was dubbed Q4. Another theory is that Milligan was inspired by the BBC 6-point technical quality scale of the time, where "Q5" was severe degradation to picture or sound, and "Q6" was complete loss of sound or vision. This was extended by some engineering departments to a 9-point scale, finishing at "Q9". According to Milligan's autobiography, the final series was renamed There's a Lot of It About after the BBC felt the public might find Q10 too confusing.
Surreal Sketch ComedyBritish Absurdist HumorExperimental TelevisionNon-Linear NarrativeCult ClassicSpike MilliganMeta-NarrativeSocial SatireUnpredictableHighly Rewatchable
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Is Q... worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Q... rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How many seasons does Q... have?
5 seasons
It has 5 seasons with 32 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
When did Q... air?
S1S2S3S4S5
It ran from 1969 to 1980 and has ended.
What language is Q... in?
English
It was made in English.