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Hippies
1999·Show
Hippies fingerprint
Funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension2
- Spectacle2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Romance3
- Pathos3
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and cringe comedy
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Cringe Humor8
- Satire & Parody8
World
History, society, and pop culture
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and dialogue
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of sharp wit and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor8Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumHistory, society, and pop culture
Its world is built around history, society, and pop culture.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumStandout performances and dialogue
The performances and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
Hippies is a 1999 BBC Two comedy miniseries created by Graham Linehan and Arthur Mathews, and written by Mathews. The six-episode series stars Simon Pegg, Julian Rhind-Tutt, Sally Phillips, and Darren Boyd as four wannabe hippies in 1969 swinging London, who run a counterculture magazine and strive to be as trendy as society will allow... even if they fail at every turn.
Period Satirical Comedy1960s Counter-CultureBritish SitcomAwkward & Cringey HumorCharacter-Driven ComedySocial CommentaryUnderground Movement ParodyQuirky Ensemble CastDry Wit
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Is Hippies worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Hippies rated?
Strong languageSexual content
Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.
How many seasons does Hippies have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 6 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
When did Hippies air?
S1
It ran from 1999 to 1999 and has ended.
What language is Hippies in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.