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Beyond
2012·Show
·20Episodes in1Season·
Beyond fingerprint
High energy, immersive world, no humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Melancholy4
- Catharsis4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor1
World
Mystery and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity8
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Beyond is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowWondrous
Emotionally, it's wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever 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.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighMystery and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around mystery and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic5Speculative tech and future worlds.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Welcome to the realm of the unexplained, where things are not exactly what they seem and where one can get sucked into an alternative reality or a different dimension.
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Questions about Beyond
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Beyond worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 42%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Beyond rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Beyond have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 20 episodes.
Do critics and audiences agree on Beyond?
Critics42
Audiences74
Not quite. Audiences rate Beyond higher (74) than critics (42). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did Beyond air?
S1
It ran from 2012 to 2013 and has ended.
What language is Beyond in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in Singapore.
What tropes does Beyond use?
What the Hell, Hero?10-Minute RetirementBerserk ButtonExpyThese Are Things Man Was Not Meant to KnowNever My FaultRefusing the CallThe Chosen OneSet Right What Once Went WrongTeleporters and TransportersSuper-EmpoweringAwesome by Analysisand 60 more
TV Tropes lists 72 storytelling tropes for Beyond, including What the Hell, Hero?, 10-Minute Retirement, Berserk Button.