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Bad Boyes
1987·Show
·16Episodes in2Seasons·
Bad Boyes fingerprint
Funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline3
- Tension3
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Coming of Age7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
Growing up
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
- Cinematography5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Bad Boyes is a 1987 British children's comedy-drama television series produced by the BBC and which was aired on BBC One's afternoon CBBC slot for two series in 1987 and 1988. It was written by Jim Eldridge and starred Steven Kember as the eponymous hero, Brian Arthur Derek Boyes, a mischievous schoolboy who had a tendency to get himself into trouble and consequently had a series of misadventures.
British Children's TVMischievous AnticsLighthearted ComedyFamily-FriendlyNostalgic ComfortEpisodic AdventuresComing-of-Age ThemesCharacter-Driven Humor
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Questions about Bad Boyes
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Is Bad Boyes worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Bad Boyes have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 16 episodes.
When did Bad Boyes air?
S1S2
It ran from 1987 to 1988 and has ended.
What language is Bad Boyes in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Bad Boyes use?
Satanic PanicEveryone Calls Him "Barkeep"Previously on…Not Allowed to Grow UpCrazy Homeless PeopleAbhorrent AdmirerHolding the FloorFunny ForeignerAnimal LoverDead DropBest FriendThe Comically Seriousand 69 more
TV Tropes lists 81 storytelling tropes for Bad Boyes, including Satanic Panic, Everyone Calls Him "Barkeep", Previously on….