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Horrible Histories
2001·Show
·26Episodes in2Seasons·TV-Y7·
Horrible Histories fingerprint
Funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness7
- Wonder5
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Situational Comedy6
World
History
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Rewatchability8
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Dialogue Quality7
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
- Visual Stylization6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension1Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy0Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around history. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational10Informative and instructive.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Horrible Histories is an animated children's television series based on the Terry Deary book series of the same name. The series ran for 26 episodes between January 1, 2001 and March 25, 2002. The show features the characters Stitch Fleischer, Mo Burrows and Darren Dongle. The show is produced by Mike Young Productions and Scholastic Productions. It is directed by Andrew Young and Gordon Langley. It is produced By Martha Atwater, Tamar Simon Hoffs, Michelle Conway, Paul Cummings, Deborah Forte, Mike Young, Mark Young, Beth Richman and Charlie Stickney, among others. It is animated by Glenn Jason Hanna.It is written by Martha Atwater, Terry Deary, Charlie Stickney, Andrew Young, Gordon Langley, William Forrest Cluverius. It has a running time of 25 minutes. The series was released as a 3-disc DVD box set in 2005.
Children's EducationalHistorical ComedyAnimated SketchesWitty HumorFact-Based EntertainmentAccessible HistoryWholesome FunSilly & QuirkyShort-Form NarrativesBritish Humor
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Is Horrible Histories worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Horrible Histories rated?
TV-Y7
It's rated TV-Y7 in the United States.
How many seasons does Horrible Histories have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 26 episodes.
When did Horrible Histories air?
S1S2
It ran from 2001 to 2002 and has ended.
What language is Horrible Histories in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Horrible Histories use?
Teens Are MonstersBurn the Witch!Comically Inept HealingLyrical DissonanceInherently Funny WordsUncanny Valley MakeupShout-OutOld-Timey Ankle TabooBring My Brown PantsMoral GuardiansDistaff CounterpartDead Hat Shotand 459 more
TV Tropes lists 471 storytelling tropes for Horrible Histories, including Teens Are Monsters, Burn the Witch!, Comically Inept Healing.