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Dara Ó Briain: School of Hard Sums

2012·Show
24Episodes in3Seasons
61
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8
IMDb7.8

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Funny, emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle3
  • Tension2

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wholesome6
  • Hopefulness6
  • Wonder3

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy

  • Wit & Wordplay9
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Absurdist Humor4

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Standout dialogue

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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Dara Ó Briain: School of Hard Sums is a British comedy game show about the subject of mathematics and it is based on the Japanese show Comaneci University Mathematics. The programme is broadcast on Dave and is presented by Dara Ó Briain and starred Marcus du Sautoy. Each episode was themed and Ó Briain, along with a guest or guests, attempted to solve various conundrums set by du Sautoy. At the end of each episode, Ó Briain sets homework questions for viewers; the answers can be checked on the show's website.
Educational ComedyMathematics & LogicIntellectual Game ShowBritish HumorProblem-Solving ChallengesEngaging DiscussionsBrain TeasersAnalytical & WittyQuirky Learning

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Directed by:
Richard Valentine

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61
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Dara Ó Briain: School of Hard Sums have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 24 episodes of about 45 minutes each.

When did Dara Ó Briain: School of Hard Sums air?

It ran from 2012 to 2014 and has ended.

What language is Dara Ó Briain: School of Hard Sums in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.