The Great Passage

2016·Show
11Episodes in1Season·TV-14
74
GoodGoodWatch score

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Immersive world, strong craft, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension2
  • Fast Pace2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Hopeful and wholesome

  • Hopefulness8
  • Wholesome7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout dialogue, characters, and direction

  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

The publication of a new dictionary titled The Great Passage progresses. Mitsuya Majime, originally from publisher Genbu Shobo's sales department, has been recruited by Kouhei Araki, a veteran editor of the dictionary department who is looking to retire soon. The dictionary department is known internally as the "money-eating insect," but Mitsuya uses his perseverance and attachment to the words in order to become a great editor. Mitsuya, who has poor social skills, finds himself working with another man named Masashi Nishioka, who is able to express himself better.
Slice-of-Life DramaIntellectual PursuitLanguage & LexicographyCharacter DevelopmentQuietly UpliftingJapanese AnimeWorkplace StoryHuman ConnectionUnderstated Humor

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Where can I stream The Great Passage legally?

The Great Passage is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Great Passage worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Great Passage rated?

TV-14

It's rated TV-14 in the United States.

How many seasons does The Great Passage have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 11 episodes.

Is The Great Passage based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did The Great Passage air?

It ran from 2016 to 2016 and has ended.

What language is The Great Passage in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch The Great Passage?

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