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The Game
2014·Show
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Good for friends night · binge-friendly · thought-provoking
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"The Game" is a 1970s Cold War spy thriller set in the world of espionage. It tells the story of the invisible war fought by MI5 as it battles to protect the nation from the threats of the Cold War.
Cold War EspionageSpy ThrillerPolitical IntrigueHistorical Period PieceConspiracySlow Burn SuspenseHigh StakesComplex NarrativePsychological Warfare
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Is The Game worth watching?
82
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 95%, and Metacritic 78).
Is The Game okay for kids?
TV-14ViolenceStrong language
Better for older viewers: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.
How long does it take to watch The Game?
6 h
About 6 hours: 6 episodes in 1 season of about 59 minutes each, aired from 2014 to 2014.
Will The Game make me laugh?
A touch
Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.
Will I feel good after watching The Game?
BleakHopeful
Probably not: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for bleakness and 5 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.
What tropes does The Game use?
Mole in ChargeAgents DatingOdd FriendshipRight Hand Versus Left HandJurisdiction FrictionLove-Interest TraitorTrenchcoat BrigadeWas It All a Lie?Blatant LiesThe MoleMysterious InformantRed Herring Moleand 20 more
TV Tropes lists 32 tropes for it, including Mole in Charge, Agents Dating, and Odd Friendship.