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Nowhere Boys
2013·Show
Where to watch
No stream option in US yet.
What's your score?
Nowhere Boys fingerprint
Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Hopeful and wondrous
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Family Dynamics8
- Hopefulness7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Growing up, fantasy, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wondrous
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wondrous. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up, fantasy, and mystery
Its world is built around growing up, fantasy, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
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.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Four teenage boys get lost in the forest and discover, when they return home, that they are in an alternate world identical to theirs except for one startling difference - they were never born.
Alternate RealityTeen Mystery DramaSupernatural AdventureComing-of-Age FantasyHigh Concept Sci-FiAustralian YA DramaFound Family DynamicsParallel Universe
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Questions about Nowhere Boys
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Nowhere Boys worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Nowhere Boys rated?
TV-Y
It's rated TV-Y in the United States.
How many seasons does Nowhere Boys have?
4 seasons
It has 4 seasons with 52 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
When did Nowhere Boys air?
S1S2S3S4
It ran from 2013 to 2018 and has ended.
What language is Nowhere Boys in?
EnglishPolishSpanish
It was made in English, with some Polish, Spanish. Produced in Australia.
In how many countries can I watch Nowhere Boys?
9
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Nowhere Boys in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Nowhere Boys use?
Apocalypse HowWorld of SnarkAlternate SelfAll There in the ManualWhat Would X Do?Glowing Eyes of DoomDeadpan SnarkerElemental PowersPersonal RaincloudEvil All Along"Freaky Friday" FlipPoint of Divergenceand 30 more
TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for Nowhere Boys, including Apocalypse How, World of Snark, Alternate Self.