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The Slap

2015·Show
8Episodes in1Season·TV-14
58
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The Slap fingerprint

Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some cringe comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody3

World

Everyday modern life, family, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

One moment will change a family forever.

Hector and his wife Aisha plan a party for family and friends, but the day doesn't turn out as they expected when Hector's hot-headed cousin Harry slaps a misbehaving child. The party ends abruptly with the child's parents threatening legal action, and a chain of events is ignited that will uncover secrets, challenge core values, and leave the party guests and hosts forever changed.
Domestic DramaSocial CommentaryInterpersonal ConflictMoral DilemmasUnraveling SecretsCharacter-DrivenContemporary RealismTense & UncomfortableRelationship StudyConsequences of Actions

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Slap

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Slap legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Slap worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Slap rated?

TV-14Strong languageSexual content

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.

How many seasons does The Slap have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 8 episodes of about 42 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Slap?

Critics62
Audiences54

Not quite. Critics rate The Slap higher (62) than audiences (54). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did The Slap air?

It ran from 2015 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is The Slap in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch The Slap?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Slap in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Slap use?

Spoiled BratGrey-and-Gray MoralityRejected ApologyHot-BloodedFille FataleAlcoholic ParentJerk with a Heart of GoldIt's All About MeWomanchild"Both Sides Have a Point" Remark"Rashomon"-StyleDomestic Abuseand 28 more

TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for The Slap, including Spoiled Brat, Grey-and-Gray Morality, Rejected Apology.