Supernova

2005·Show
12Episodes in2Seasons
72
GoodGoodWatch score

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Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wholesome6
  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Cringe Humor7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

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About

Supernova is a British comedy series produced by Hartswood Films and jointly commissioned by the BBC in the UK and UKTV in Australia. It follows Dr Paul Hamilton, a Welsh astronomer, who leaves a dull academic post and unloved girlfriend for a new job at the Royal Australian Observatory, deep in the Australian outback. The comedy centres around his difficulties adjusting to life in the outback and his eccentric fellow astronomers. The first series was released in the United Kingdom and Australia in October 2005 and consisted of six 30-minute episodes. The second series began airing on 3 August 2006 in the UK. The exterior scenes were shot at Broken Hill in New South Wales, Australia. The observatory itself is a CGI creation, according to the DVD commentary, and only a partial doorway was constructed on site for filming purposes.
Quirky Workplace ComedyBritish HumorCharacter-DrivenCulture ClashOutback SettingEccentric CharactersSlice-of-Life ComedyLightheartedObservational Humor

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Sequels and Prequels

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Is Supernova worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Supernova rated?

Strong language

Content advisories: strong language.

How many seasons does Supernova have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 12 episodes.

When did Supernova air?

It ran from 2005 to 2006 and has ended.

What language is Supernova in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia.

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