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Dempsey and Makepeace
1985·Show
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What's your score?
Dempsey and Makepeace fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Romance6
- Hopefulness5
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy3
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Dempsey and Makepeace is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
The sexy, crime busting TV duo!
Dempsey and Makepeace is a British television crime drama made by London Weekend Television for ITV, created and produced by Ranald Graham. The leading roles were played by Michael Brandon and Glynis Barber, who later married each other on 18 November 1989.
The series combined elements of previous series such as the mis-matching of British and American crime-fighters from different classes as seen in The Persuaders! and the action of The Professionals.
British Crime DramaAmerican Detective in LondonCulture ClashAction-PackedIntriguing MysteriesPartnership80s AestheticsFast-Paced
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Questions about Dempsey and Makepeace
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Dempsey and Makepeace worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dempsey and Makepeace rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Dempsey and Makepeace have?
3 seasons
It has 3 seasons with 30 episodes of about 50 minutes each.
When did Dempsey and Makepeace air?
S1S2S3
It ran from 1985 to 1986 and has ended.
What language is Dempsey and Makepeace in?
EnglishSpanish
It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Dempsey and Makepeace?
4
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What tropes does Dempsey and Makepeace use?
Even Evil Has Loved OnesOpposites AttractYou Have Out Lived Your UsefulnessScrew the Rules, I'm Doing What's Right!Badass DriverReal Life Writes the PlotBait-and-SwitchStalker with a CrushDisney Villain DeathA-Team FiringBeardness Protection ProgramTook a Level in Jerkassand 133 more
TV Tropes lists 145 storytelling tropes for Dempsey and Makepeace, including Even Evil Has Loved Ones, Opposites Attract, You Have Out Lived Your Usefulness.