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Thanks
1999·Show
·6Episodes in1Season·
Thanks fingerprint
Funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle3
- Tension2
Heart
Wholesome
Much of it is about family.
- Wholesome8
- Family Dynamics8
- Hopefulness6
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
- Situational Comedy9
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Physical Comedy5
World
History and family
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
LowWholesome
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's wholesome. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory and family
Its world is built around history and family.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- 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
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue2Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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Thanks is an American television sitcom that debuted on CBS television network and ran for six episodes from 8:30 to 9:00pm ET on Monday nights. The program explores the trials and tribulations of the Winthrops, a 17th century Puritan family, in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Characters take their names from John Winthrop, the famed governor of the original Bostonian Puritan community, and John Cotton, another prominent Puritan religious leader.
Historical SitcomPuritan FamilyFish-Out-of-Water HumorFamily ComedyLightheartedPeriod ComedyCharacter-DrivenQuirkyBrief Series
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Is Thanks worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Thanks have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 6 episodes.
When did Thanks air?
S1
It ran from 1999 to 1999 and has ended.
What language is Thanks in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Thanks use?
Bratty Teenage DaughterConspicuous ConsumptionDepraved DentistDirty Old WomanThe DitzEpic FailExtreme OmnivoreWhen I Was Your Age...Middle Child SyndromeGossipy HensNew England PuritanSmoking Is Not Cooland 16 more
TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Thanks, including Bratty Teenage Daughter, Conspicuous Consumption, Depraved Dentist.