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Stand Up for the Week
2010·Show
·34Episodes in4Seasons·
Stand Up for the Week fingerprint
Funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Tension3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness4
- Catharsis4
- Wholesome3
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and satire
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Satire & Parody7
- Dark Humor7
World
Everyday modern life, show business, and society
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Rewatchability7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Stand Up for the Week is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and satire
Expect plenty of sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, show business, and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life, show business, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Stand Up for the Week is a British television comedy series shown on Channel 4, featuring stand-up comedy performances reflecting topical events. The show began in June 2010 with a six-episode series aired on Friday nights, moving to Saturday nights for the second series which began in March 2011. The first series was hosted by Patrick Kielty, with regular performers Jack Whitehall, Kevin Bridges, Andi Osho and Rich Hall. Bridges replaced Kielty as host for the second series, with Jon Richardson joining as a regular performer. Richardson took over as host of the show for the third series which aired in late 2011, and aside from Rich Hall returning, an otherwise entirely new group of regular performers joined the show: Seann Walsh, Sara Pascoe, Josh Widdicombe and Paul Chowdhry. For the fourth series Andrew Lawrence replaced Rich Hall. For the fifth series, Chowdhry will take over as host but it is unknown who will replace him or if any other regulars have been replaced.
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Questions about Stand Up for the Week
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Is Stand Up for the Week worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Stand Up for the Week rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How many seasons does Stand Up for the Week have?
4 seasons
It has 4 seasons with 34 episodes and is still in production.
When did Stand Up for the Week air?
S1S2S3S4
It started in 2010 and is still in production.
What language is Stand Up for the Week in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Stand Up for the Week use?
Too Much InformationDigging Yourself DeeperMontageYou Got MurderUnusual EuphemismWho Shot JFK?Mayan DoomsdayInstant Turn-Off
TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for Stand Up for the Week, including Too Much Information, Digging Yourself Deeper, Montage.