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What If?
2011·Show
What If? fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wholesome5
- Hopefulness5
- Romance3
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
- Absurdist Humor9
- Situational Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Kept in the background
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Novelty9
- Rewatchability8
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
What If? is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighKept in the background
Holds up on a rewatch.
It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A sketch show with each sketch beginning with the question “what if.” A roller coaster of sketches that immerses you in life as it almost could be.
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Questions about What If?
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Is What If? worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does What If? have?
3 seasons
It has 3 seasons with 30 episodes of about 25 minutes each.
When did What If? air?
S1S2S3
It ran from 2011 to 2017 and has ended.
What language is What If? in?
Dutch
It was made in Dutch. Produced in Belgium.
What tropes does What If? use?
Idiosyncratic Episode NamingNot So EpisodicOutside-Context ProblemCentral ThemeThey Killed Kenny AgainQuestioning Title?Death by AdaptationCelebrity ParadoxMeaningful Background EventBreather EpisodeMood WhiplashThe Lost Lenoreand 73 more
TV Tropes lists 85 storytelling tropes for What If?, including Idiosyncratic Episode Naming, Not So Episodic, Outside-Context Problem.