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Surviving Suburbia
2009·Show
Surviving Suburbia fingerprint
Funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension1
- Adrenaline0
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Wholesome8
- Family Dynamics8
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
- Situational Comedy9
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Cringe Humor4
World
Everyday modern life and family
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension1Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline0High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle0Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
NoneWholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's wholesome and hopeful. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy0Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life and family.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty1Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue2Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization1Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Surviving Suburbia is an American sitcom starring Bob Saget and Cynthia Stevenson that aired on American Broadcasting Company from April 6 to August 7, 2009. The series originally aired at 9:30 PM Eastern/8:30 PM Central following Dancing with the Stars, before moving to Fridays at 8:30 PM Eastern/7:30 PM Central for its remaining episodes. It was the first program starring Saget to air on ABC since he left America's Funniest Home Videos in 1997. On August 8, 2009, ABC Entertainment President Steve McPherson announced that Surviving Suburbia, along with The Goode Family, had officially been cancelled due to low ratings.
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Is Surviving Suburbia worth watching?
27
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 28/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 5%, and Metacritic 34). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Surviving Suburbia have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 13 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
Do critics and audiences agree on Surviving Suburbia?
Critics20
Audiences57
Not quite. Audiences rate Surviving Suburbia higher (57) than critics (20). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did Surviving Suburbia air?
S1
It ran from 2009 to 2009 and has ended.
What language is Surviving Suburbia in?
English
It was made in English.