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Shades of Greene

1975·Show
9Episodes in2Seasons
81
GreatGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor3
  • Satire & Parody2

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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SeasonEpisode 1Episode 2Episode 3Episode 4Episode 5Episode 6Episode 7Episode 8Episode 9
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Episode 7Episode 7 not rated
Episode 8Episode 8 not rated
Episode 9

About

Shades of Greene is a British television series based on short stories written by the author Graham Greene. The series began in 1975, with each hour-long episode featuring a dramatisation of one of Greene's stories, many of which dealt with issues such as guilt and the Catholic faith, as well as looking at life in general. Actors to have appeared in the series include John Gielgud, Leo McKern, Virginia McKenna, Paul Scofield, and Roy Kinnear. The series began on 9 September 1975 and ran for two seasons.
Literary AdaptationPsychological DramaMoral DilemmasBritish AnthologyCharacter-DrivenGuilt & FaithThought-ProvokingSubtle SuspenseHuman Condition

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Is Shades of Greene worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Shades of Greene rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Shades of Greene have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 9 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did Shades of Greene air?

It ran from 1975 to 1975 and has ended.

What language is Shades of Greene in?

English

It was made in English.