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Tower Prep
2010·Show
Tower Prep fingerprint
Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Hopeful and wondrous
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Hopefulness8
- Coming of Age8
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy3
World
Mystery, growing up, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wondrous
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wondrous. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumMystery, growing up, and family
Its world is built around mystery, growing up, and family. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Futuristic5Speculative tech and future worlds.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Getting in is the easy part
Ian Archer wakes up one morning to find himself at a mysterious academy for teens with special abilities. Unable to find answers to his questions from the school’s faculty and cut off from any kind of outside contact or means of escape, Ian forms a secret group with fellow suspicious students.
Teen MysteryMysterious SchoolSpecial AbilitiesEscape ThrillerFriendship & AllianceConspiracy ElementsYoung Adult AdventureIntriguing PremiseSecret Society
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Questions about Tower Prep
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Tower Prep worth watching?
88
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89/100 (IMDb 7.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Tower Prep rated?
TV-PG
It's rated TV-PG in the United States.
How many seasons does Tower Prep have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 13 episodes of about 60 minutes each.
Do critics and audiences agree on Tower Prep?
Critics100
Audiences78
Not quite. Critics rate Tower Prep higher (100) than audiences (78). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
When did Tower Prep air?
S1
It ran from 2010 to 2010 and has ended.
What language is Tower Prep in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Tower Prep?
2
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What tropes does Tower Prep use?
Calling the Old Man OutCompanion CubeGetting Crap Past the RadarRed Eyes, Take WarningGive Geeks a ChanceBig BadIronic NicknameAmbiguously EvilSleight of HandoffShip TeaseLarge HamAwesomeness by Analysisand 55 more
TV Tropes lists 67 storytelling tropes for Tower Prep, including Calling the Old Man Out, Companion Cube, Getting Crap Past the Radar.