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China, IL

2011·Show
30Episodes in3Seasons·TV-14
69
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IMDb7.1
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Very funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle5
  • Violence4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Family Dynamics3
  • Wonder3
  • Romance2

Humor

Plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor

  • Absurdist Humor10
  • Dark Humor9
  • Satire & Parody8

World

Society

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Novelty8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

The absurdist legacy of the worst college in America is set to unfold, as the Professor Brothers, Steve and Frank Smith, alongside their colleagues, deal with life, each other, and the nagging responsibility of their collegiate duties, whether slamming drinks during lectures or finding any possible excuse not to teach.
Absurdist Adult ComedySurreal College ParodyDarkly HumorousEccentric CharactersSocial SatireOff-Kilter DialogueVisually DistinctiveCult Classic PotentialAnti-Establishment Humor

Crew

Directed by:
Griffith Kimmins, Mike L. Mayfield, Angelo Hatgistavrou
Written by:
Brad Neely, Rebecca Addelman, Jack Kukoda
Produced by:
Ollie Green, Dave Newberg
Composed by:
Brad Neely

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about China, IL

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream China, IL legally?

YouTube TVAdult SwimSpectrum On Demand

China, IL is included with a subscription to YouTube TV and Adult Swim in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Adult Swim and Spectrum On Demand. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is China, IL worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is China, IL rated?

TV-14Strong languageSexual contentDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does China, IL have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 30 episodes.

When did China, IL air?

It ran from 2011 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is China, IL in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch China, IL?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for China, IL in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does China, IL use?

Cloud Cuckoo LanderFuture ImperfectThe Complainer Is Always WrongGrand FinaleRape Is a Special Kind of EvilSanity SlippageAmbiguous Gender IdentityFreeze-Frame BonusThe QuislingRed ShirtVerbal TicBig Badand 68 more

TV Tropes lists 80 storytelling tropes for China, IL, including Cloud Cuckoo Lander, Future Imperfect, The Complainer Is Always Wrong.