Black Dynamite

2012·Show
19Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA
91
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes100%92%

Where to watch

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Very funny, high energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced and spectacular

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle8
  • Violence8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Romance5
  • Catharsis3

Humor

Plenty of satire and dark humor

  • Satire & Parody10
  • Dark Humor9
  • Absurdist Humor8

World

Crime, history, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability8
  • Novelty8

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and dialogue

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Standout score, visual style, and cinematography

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition9
  • Visual Stylization9
  • Cinematography8

Who it's for

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About

Black Dynamite is an American animated television series based on the 2009 film of the same name, although the series follows a separate continuity, with some back-references to the film. The series was announced shortly after the release of the film, the 10-minute pilot episode was released on Adult Swim Video on August 8, 2011, and the full series premiered on Cartoon Network's late night programming block, Adult Swim, on July 15, 2012. Michael Jai White, Byron Minns, Tommy Davidson and Kym Whitley reprise their film roles as Black Dynamite, Bullhorn, Cream Corn and Honeybee, respectively.
Adult AnimationBlaxploitation ParodyOver-the-Top ActionDark ComedyStylized ViolenceExploitation HomageAbsurdist HumorExplicit ContentCult FollowingMusic-Driven

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Questions about Black Dynamite

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Black Dynamite legally?

HBO MaxAdult SwimSpectrum On DemandAdultswim

Black Dynamite is included with a subscription to Adult Swim and HBO Max 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 Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Black Dynamite worth watching?

91
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 91/100 (IMDb 8.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Black Dynamite rated?

TV-MAViolenceSexual contentStrong language

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

How many seasons does Black Dynamite have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 19 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Black Dynamite?

Critics100
Audiences87

Not quite. Critics rate Black Dynamite higher (100) than audiences (87). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Black Dynamite air?

It ran from 2012 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is Black Dynamite in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Black Dynamite?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Black Dynamite in 33 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Black Dynamite use?

Asinine Activist GroupGag PenisBetter than SexCycle of RevengeBadass BoastCurb-Stomp BattlePolitically Incorrect VillainDick Dastardly Stops to CheatWacky RacingAlternate ContinuityA-Team FiringYandereand 151 more

TV Tropes lists 163 storytelling tropes for Black Dynamite, including Asinine Activist Group, Gag Penis, Better than Sex.

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