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Powers
2004·Show
·13Episodes in1Season·
Powers fingerprint
A touch of humor.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Tension6
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness8
- Coming of Age8
- Catharsis7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Mystery, crime, and growing up
- Rewatchability7
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Standout storytelling
- Narrative Structure8
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
- Music Centrality6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Powers is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, cathartic, and wondrous. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, 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 Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumMystery, crime, and growing up
Its world is built around mystery, crime, and growing up.
All world traits
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery10Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumStandout storytelling
The storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, 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.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Two teens with special powers solve mysteries: Mark has the ability to read minds, while Song Li has the ability to read feelings. They are in a project run by Professor Henry Powers, who experiments with kids with special powers like the ones Mark and Song Li have. The professor's first experiment was Dr. Mary Holland, who helps Mark and Song Li solve the mysteries with Professor Powers.
Teen MysterySupernatural AbilitiesMind-ReadingEmotion-ReadingProblem-SolvingWholesome AdventureEpisodicSci-Fi ElementsFamily-FriendlyPositive
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Questions about Powers
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Powers worth watching?
81
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.1 and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Powers rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Powers have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 13 episodes.
Do critics and audiences agree on Powers?
Critics51
Audiences73
Not quite. Audiences rate Powers higher (73) than critics (51). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did Powers air?
S1
It ran from 2004 to 2004 and has ended.
What language is Powers in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Powers use?
Berserk ButtonHandicapped BadassExpyAbusive ParentsNo One Should Survive That!TeleportationMe's a CrowdDead Person ConversationFaking the DeadEmpowered Badass NormalRetironyGovernment Conspiracyand 42 more
TV Tropes lists 54 storytelling tropes for Powers, including Berserk Button, Handicapped Badass, Expy.