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Top Gear
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Top Gear fingerprint
Funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
- Spectacle3
Heart
Nostalgic and wholesome
- Nostalgia9
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness6
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and slapstick
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Physical Comedy6
- Situational Comedy5
World
Everyday modern life
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion4
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality9
- Acting7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
- Sound Centrality6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy0Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis0Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and slapstick
Expect plenty of sharp wit and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around everyday modern life. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion4Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
LowStandout dialogue
The dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure3Story architecture and form.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue2Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
Motoring programme featuring reviews of and reports about cars of all types.
Automotive JournalismWitty BanterBritish EccentricityCar ReviewsNostalgic TVEducational EntertainmentCharismatic HostsMechanical AppreciationDry HumorClassic Motoring
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Questions about Top Gear
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Top Gear worth watching?
82
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Top Gear rated?
TV-PG
It's rated TV-PG in the United States.
How many seasons does Top Gear have?
45 seasons
It has 45 seasons with 530 episodes.
When did Top Gear air?
S1 S5 S10 S15 S20 S25 S30 S35 S40 S45
It ran from 1978 to 2009 and has ended.
What language is Top Gear in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Top Gear use?
Overly Narrow SuperlativePixellationJerkassMr. Fixit"Not Making This Up" DisclaimerShow Within a ShowCurse Cut ShortArgument of ContradictionsTempting FateWeaponized CarMade of IronTrophy Roomand 620 more
TV Tropes lists 632 storytelling tropes for Top Gear, including Overly Narrow Superlative, Pixellation, Jerkass.