6.2
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40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40 (IMDb 6.2).
Countdown
1982·Show
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Good for family movie night · friends night · kids
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The clock is ticking as contestants compete in games of lexical dexterity and numerical agility.
Classic Game ShowLexical PuzzlesNumerical ChallengesFamily FriendlyBritish Television IconBrain TeasersWholesome CompetitionEnduring AppealInteractive Challenge
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Questions about Countdown
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Is Countdown okay for kids?
TV-14
Yes: it's rated TV-14 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.
How long does it take to watch Countdown?
3523 h
About 3523 hours: 5872 episodes in 94 seasons of about 36 minutes each since 1982, and it's still in production.
Can I half-watch Countdown?
Easy watchDemanding
Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.
Will I feel good after watching Countdown?
BleakHopeful
Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.
What tropes does Countdown use?
Shout-OutGame Show HostEarly-Installment WeirdnessCrossoverTimed MissionCute KittensSudden DeathDumb BlondeSignificant AnagramHome GameConsolation PrizeBonus Spaceand 29 more
TV Tropes lists 41 tropes for it, including Shout-Out, Game Show Host, and Early-Installment Weirdness.