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Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics10
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Family, everyday modern life, and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumWholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's wholesome and hopeful. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever 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 Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily, everyday modern life, and growing up
Its world is built around family, everyday modern life, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Pat Hollingsworth fancies the idea of fostering. But can she convert her husband Tom and their three teenage children to her way of thinking?
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Questions about Growing Pains
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Is Growing Pains worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Growing Pains have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 20 episodes of about 50 minutes each.
When did Growing Pains air?
S1S2
It ran from 1992 to 1993 and has ended.
What language is Growing Pains in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Growing Pains use?
Cousin OliverParental Sexuality SquickSoldiers at the RearBeach EpisodeBeware of Hitchhiking GhostsMorton's ForkFighting Back Is WrongCheaters Never ProsperCouch GagSoap Opera Rapid Aging SyndromeOpening Credits Cast PartyAlcoholic Parentand 121 more
TV Tropes lists 133 storytelling tropes for Growing Pains, including Cousin Oliver, Parental Sexuality Squick, Soldiers at the Rear.