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What If
2024·Show
What If fingerprint
Strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle3
Heart
Romantic and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
- Romance8
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Situational Comedy3
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters, performances, and storytelling
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
What If is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumRomantic and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's romantic, wholesome, and hopeful. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters, performances, and storytelling
The characters, performances, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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A normal girl Xia Guo is faced with a difficult dilemma where the two choices will lead her toward two utterly different lives. Would she choose to live a home-sweet-home life with her boyfriend in her hometown or seize the opportunity to forge a successful career in a metropolitan? Which way would make her life "a little less normal"?
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Questions about What If
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Is What If worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does What If have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 20 episodes.
When did What If air?
S1
It ran from 2024 to 2024 and has ended.
What language is What If in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.
In how many countries can I watch What If?
35
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+21GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for What If in 35 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does What If use?
Alternate SelfLighter and SofterFlashback with the Other DarrinCold OpeningThe MultiverseOpening NarrationRemember the New Guy?Finagle's LawIdiosyncratic Episode NamingScenery PornCelebrity ParadoxThe Lost Lenoreand 72 more
TV Tropes lists 84 storytelling tropes for What If, including Alternate Self, Lighter and Softer, Flashback with the Other Darrin.