Prey
7.4
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Emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace5
- Violence5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy3
- Hopefulness3
- Catharsis3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Mystery and technology
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Sound Centrality6
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery and technology
Its world is built around mystery and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Is Prey worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 7.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 33%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Prey rated?
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Prey have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 13 episodes of about 60 minutes each.
Do critics and audiences agree on Prey?
Not quite. Audiences rate Prey higher (74) than critics (33). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did Prey air?
It ran from 1998 to 1998 and has ended.
What language is Prey in?
It was made in English.
What tropes does Prey use?
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Prey, including The Sociopath, Evolutionary Levels, Human Subspecies.