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Heidi
1978·Show
·26Episodes in1Season·TV-Y·
Heidi fingerprint
Big heart, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle6
- Tension3
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Heartwarming and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Wholesome9
- Coming of Age9
- Family Dynamics9
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Physical Comedy1
World
Growing up and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition8
- Music Centrality8
- Cinematography7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Heidi is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighHeartwarming and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's heartwarming, hopeful, and nostalgic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around growing up and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality8Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Young Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather in the mountains where she discovers the liberty and the beauty of Swiss landscapes. Later when Heidi is forced to become a companion to a young invalid girl in a big town, she discovers just how much she misses the mountains, her grandfather, and her friend Peter.
Classic Children's AnimeHeartwarming & WholesomePastoral SerenityComing-of-Age JourneyFamily & FriendshipNostalgic ComfortEmotional & UpliftingGentle Narrative PaceScenic Mountain SettingCharacter-Driven Drama
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Questions about Heidi
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Heidi worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Heidi rated?
TV-Y
It's rated TV-Y in the United States.
How many seasons does Heidi have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 26 episodes.
When did Heidi air?
S1
It ran from 1978 to 1979 and has ended.
What language is Heidi in?
GermanFrenchEnglish
It was made in German, with some French, English. Produced in Australia, France, Germany.
What tropes does Heidi use?
Anachronism StewYodel LandFood PornBig Friendly DogCompilation MovieCute KittenKids Are CruelArcadiaCulturally Sensitive AdaptationAlternative Foreign Theme SongScenery PornToken Trioand 15 more
TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Heidi, including Anachronism Stew, Yodel Land, Food Porn.