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SMTV Live
1998·Show
·291Episodes in6Seasons·
SMTV Live fingerprint
Funny.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Nostalgic and heartwarming
- Nostalgia10
- Wholesome9
- Hopefulness8
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Pop culture
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Centrality7
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
SMTV Live is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension1Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumNostalgic and heartwarming
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, heartwarming, and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia10Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, 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 Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumPop culture
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around pop culture. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Pop Culture9References and cultural commentary.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
SMTV Live, also stylised as SM:tv LIVE and in early promotional material SMTV://live, is a British Saturday morning children's television programme, first broadcast on ITV on 29 August 1998 and last broadcast on 27 December 2003.
On the surface, the programme did not seem to stray away from the format of other Saturday morning output, featuring an audience of children, competitions and cartoons, though it constantly won in ratings battles with the BBC's Live & Kicking and became ITV's most successful children's programme since Tiswas. The major success of SMTV Live has been attributed in equal parts to Ant & Dec's original presenting partnership with Cat Deeley, its use of thinly-veiled comedic innuendo aimed at older viewers, and its broadcast of the Japanese cartoon series Pokémon. At the height of its popularity, SMTV Live regularly attracted 2.5 million viewers. Ant & Dec's company Gallowgate currently owns the rights to the show.
British Children's TVSaturday Morning ShowNostalgicWholesome ComedyFamily EntertainmentLive VarietyIconic PresentersPop Culture PhenomenonSketch ComedyInteractive
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Questions about SMTV Live
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Is SMTV Live worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does SMTV Live have?
6 seasons
It has 6 seasons with 291 episodes.
When did SMTV Live air?
S1S2S3S4S5S6
It ran from 1998 to 2003 and has ended.
What language is SMTV Live in?
English
It was made in English.