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A Scare at Bedtime
1997·Show
·166Episodes in9Seasons·
A Scare at Bedtime fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia5
- Pathos4
- Melancholy4
Humor
Some situational comedy and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy7
- Satire & Parody7
- Dark Humor7
World
Mystery and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighScary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
A Scare at Bedtime is scary, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighSome situational comedy and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and satire.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumMystery and the mind
Its world is built around mystery and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A Scare at Bedtime was an Irish television show, produced by Double Z Enterprises and broadcast by RTÉ, featuring the two puppets Podge and Rodge as the hosts of a spooky tales and urban myths comedy show. It ran from 1997 until January 2006.
Irish HumorSpooky TalesUrban MythsPuppet HostsLate-Night ComedySatiricalCult ClassicNostalgic
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Is A Scare at Bedtime worth watching?
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What is A Scare at Bedtime rated?
Disturbing imageryStrong language
Content advisories: disturbing imagery and strong language.
How many seasons does A Scare at Bedtime have?
9 seasons
It has 9 seasons with 166 episodes and is still in production.
When did A Scare at Bedtime air?
S1S2S3S4S5S6S7S8S9
It started in 1997 and is still in production.
What language is A Scare at Bedtime in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Ireland.
What tropes does A Scare at Bedtime use?
Flowery InsultsPhone Call from the DeadExact WordsAbandoned HospitalStrictly FormulaChuck Cunningham SyndromeFaux FurbyPunny NameUrban LegendsEye ScreamMadwoman in the AtticPun-Based Titleand 12 more
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for A Scare at Bedtime, including Flowery Insults, Phone Call from the Dead, Exact Words.