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The Outsider
2011·Show
·24Episodes in1Season·
The Outsider fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Pathos5
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
- Dark Humor2
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
The Outsider is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A young police officer named Akkanee who goes in search for the people who brutally murdered his troubled twin brother to whom he has not seen in 8 years. His search takes him to a world of lawlessness within a network of yaba (meth)t manufacturing and smuggling in rural Thailand. There is two rivaling farms in this lakorn, one owned by nang’ek’s grandfather and another owned by a yaba drug lord who manufactures yaba at his property.
Gritty Crime DramaRevenge ThrillerDrug TraffickingRural ThailandPolice InvestigationFamily ConflictLawlessnessIntense & SuspensefulSocial Realism
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Questions about The Outsider
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Outsider worth watching?
86
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 91%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Outsider rated?
ViolenceDrug use
Content advisories: violence and drug use.
How many seasons does The Outsider have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 24 episodes.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Outsider?
Critics91
Audiences82
Not quite. Critics rate The Outsider higher (91) than audiences (82). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
When did The Outsider air?
S1
It ran from 2011 to 2011 and has ended.
What language is The Outsider in?
Thai
It was made in Thai. Produced in Thailand.
What tropes does The Outsider use?
Adaptation ExpansionAdaptational Nice GuyDies Differently in the AdaptationRed Right HandEmotion EaterWould Hurt a ChildKick the DogDeath by AdaptationTitle DropForeshadowingIdiot BallDriven to Suicideand 34 more
TV Tropes lists 46 storytelling tropes for The Outsider, including Adaptation Expansion, Adaptational Nice Guy, Dies Differently in the Adaptation.