7.5
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Roswell
1999·Show
Roswell fingerprint
High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Scare5
Heart
Deeply romantic and nostalgic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age10
- Romance9
- Nostalgia9
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor3
- Dark Humor2
World
Growing up, mystery, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition9
- Music Centrality9
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighTense
Roswell is tense.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
HighDeeply romantic and nostalgic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply romantic, nostalgic, and wondrous. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age10Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance9Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumGrowing up, mystery, and the future
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around growing up, mystery, and the future. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Heroes come from the most unexpected places.
Bizarre things start happening in the little New Mexico town where UFOs were spotted in 1947. Cut to 1999, when a cute high-school student saves the life of a teenage waitress. Surrounded by cliques of clever, angst-filled classmates, the two form a bond that threatens the survival of a secret universe involving superhuman powers, a yen for hot sauce and an alien gene pool.
Teen Sci-Fi DramaAngst-Fueled RomanceIconic Late-90s SoundtrackSmall-Town MysteryAlien Conspiracy ThrillerHigh School Social HierarchyNostalgic Cult ClassicForbidden Love Triangle
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Questions about Roswell
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Roswell worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.5 and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Roswell rated?
TV-PGViolenceStrong languageSexual content
It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and sexual content.
How many seasons does Roswell have?
3 seasons
It has 3 seasons with 61 episodes of about 42 minutes each.
Is Roswell based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Roswell?
Critics75
Audiences81
Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 81 out of 100, so both groups see Roswell much the same way.
When did Roswell air?
S1S2S3
It ran from 1999 to 2002 and has ended.
What language is Roswell in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Roswell?
8
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Roswell in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Roswell use?
Take That!Race LiftShout-OutWhy Are We Whispering?Human Outside, Alien InsideRunning GagOn ThreeAll Therapists Are MugglesFirst-Episode ResurrectionYou, Get Me CoffeeHealing HandsConviction by Counterfactual Clueand 41 more
TV Tropes lists 53 storytelling tropes for Roswell, including Take That!, Race Lift, Shout-Out.