Graves

2016·Show

·20Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA·

6.6

615.8

55%82%

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Funny, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Tension4
Fast Pace4
Spectacle3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

Family Dynamics7
Pathos6
Hopefulness6

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and satire

Wit & Wordplay8
Satire & Parody8
Situational Comedy5

World

Politics, society, and everyday modern life

Dialogue Centrality9
World Immersion7
Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and dialogue

Acting9
Character Depth9
Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Editing7
Music Composition6

Energy

Low

Calm and low-key

Graves is calm and low-intensity.

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Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare0Frightening moments and scares.

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Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.

Heart

Medium

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about family.

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Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.

Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.

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Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

High

Plenty of sharp wit and satire

Expect plenty of sharp wit and satire.

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Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.

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Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.

World

Medium

Politics, society, and everyday modern life

Its world is built around politics, society, and everyday modern life.

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Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.

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Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.

Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.

Craft

High

Standout performances, characters, and dialogue

The performances, characters, and dialogue stand out.

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Acting9Performance craft and presence.
Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.

Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

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Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.

Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition6Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.

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Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Former two-term President Richard Graves embarks on a Don Quixote-like quest to right the wrongs of his administration and reclaim his legacy 25 years after leaving the White House. His enlightenment takes place just as his wife Margaret Graves decides it’s finally time for her to pursue her own political ambitions.

Political SatireDramedyCharacter StudyLegacy & RedemptionSharp DialogueAdult HumorFamily DynamicsSocial CritiqueEccentric CharactersPost-Presidency

Actors

Nick Nolte

President Richard Graves

Sela Ward

Margaret Graves

Callie Hernandez

Samantha Vega

Heléne Yorke

Olivia Rockefeller

Chris Lowell

Jeremy Graves

Skylar Astin

Isaiah Miller

Angélica María

Ramona Alvarez

Roger Bart

Lawrence Mills

Rudolph Giuliani

Self

Bill Richardson

Self

Jillian Michaels

Self

Tania Gunadi

Summer

Joan Lunden

Self

Robert Pine

Senator Walsh

Ernie Hudson

Jacob Mann

Nia Vardalos

Annie Spiro

Nora Dunn

Laura Wolf

Khotan Fernández

Arturo Del Rey

Harry Hamlin

Jonathan Dalton

Dan Finnerty

Alan Dale

Trevor Lloyd

Chris Elliott

Thomas Nash

Rebecca Wisocky

Sandra Schwartz

Dennis Christopher

Martin Treadwell

Gloria Allred

Self

Gary Farmer

Tatanka Means

Russell Pratt

Martin Bashir

Himself

Jerry Lambert

Doug Johnson

Wyatt Nash

Eric

Kathy Najimy

Isaiah's Mother

Steve Corona

Brett Spindell

Robert Henkel Jr

Heller

Ryan Jason Cook

Air Force Engineer

Lauren Chavez-Myers

Erin York

Jessy Hodges

Farrah

Conor Leslie

Tasha Ludwig

Justin Roberts

Local Reporter

David Christian Welborn

FBI Agent Hill

Lora Martinez-Cunningham

FBI Agent Leary

Joe Berryman

Chet Whitaker

Caitlynn Leary

Announcer

Al Goto

Secret Service #1

William Sterchi

Silas Lee

Sale Taylor

Chuy

Esodie Geiger

Producer

Jake Tapper

Daniel Booko

Emery Rozman

Ralph Alderman

Irwin Nurbin

Jack Lee

Judge Nathan Strawn

Sarah Minnich

Reporter

David Midthunder

Harlan Pratt

Howard Ferguson Jr.

William Rockefeller

John Lawlor

Dr. Mirsky

Danny Winn

Campaign Contributor #1

Wolf Blitzer

Ramona King

Gloria

Derrick Barry

Drag Queen Margaret

Barney Frank

Casey Messer

AM TV Host

Elias Gallegos

AM TV Host

Jacob Browne

Alan

Alan Humphrey

Wedding Guest

Bob Balaban

Secretary Burns

James Espinoza

Mexican Man

Tait Fletcher

Biker Alchie Guy

Jesse Phillips

Stan

Mark Sivertsen

Secret Serviceman Charles

David House

Secret Serviceman Martin

Jordyn Aurora Aquino

Rocker Mexican Chick

Michael Lovato

Mexican Nerd

Michael Steele

Danielle Todesco

News Reporter

Dave Colon

Library Guard Freddy

Adam Goldberg

Christopher Sachs

Spencer Grammer

Katie Farrell

Michael Cyril Creighton

Phoenix Wells

Joanna Sanchez

Julia Martinez

Melissa Chambers

Lucinda Raines

Doris Hargrave

Nun

Glenn Beck

Thomas Roberts

David White

Champaign Supporter

Brytnee Ratledge

Model #1

Lawrence Gilligan

Reporter #1

Dani Payne

Reporter #2

Stephanie Ruhle

Stephanie Ruhle Hubbard

Matt Long

Jesse Enright

Dave Register

Danny

Wallace Shawn

Jerry North

Natalie Morales

James Carville

Kristin Hansen

Feed Store Woman

Jackamoe Buzzell

Trucker

Kimberly Bigsby

Tiffany

Catharine E. Jones

Socialite #2

Alex Witt

Stephanie Hill

Campaign Supporter, Voter, Reporter #1

Sarah Baker

Becky Keegan

Jacqueline Bisset

Diana Scott

Lauren Weedman

Bonnie Clegg

Kelly Jenrette

Jo Crawford

James Cady

Lobbyist-NRA

Jack O'Donnell

Secret Service

Rachel Swindler

Escort #3

Alexanne Wagner

Escort #4

Rodger Larance

Rally Supporter, Retiree

Stephen R. Estler

Thug

Elizabeth Vargas

Erick Avari

Ahsan

Lou Diamond Phillips

Juliette Lewis

Bailey Todd

Chris Bylsma

Man

Glynn Turman

John Kasich

Shawn Lecrone

Graves Texan Family Member

Terri Hoyos

Miguel Sandoval

Will Coffey

Military Police

Vincent E. McDaniel

US Marshall

J. Nathan Simmons

Audience Member, The Truth Camera Man

Elizabeth Dwyer

Executive

Mark Speno

Army Recruiter

Crew

Directed by:

Joshua Michael Stern, Iain B. MacDonald, Bob Balaban

Written by:

Joshua Michael Stern, Abby Gewanter, David Iserson

Composed by:

Mateo Messina

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Graves legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. 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 Graves worth watching?

DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 55%, and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Graves rated?

TV-MAStrong language

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How many seasons does Graves have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 20 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Graves?

Critics58

Audiences69

Not quite. Audiences rate Graves higher (69) than critics (58). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Graves air?

S1S2

It ran from 2016 to 2017 and has ended.

What language is Graves in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Graves?

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Graves in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Graves use?

Alternate HistoryThe AtonerBroken PedestalLeft HangingNo Party GivenScenery Porn

TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for Graves, including Alternate History, The Atoner, Broken Pedestal.

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Where can I stream Graves legally?

Is Graves worth watching?

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Do critics and audiences agree on Graves?

When did Graves air?

What language is Graves in?

In how many countries can I watch Graves?

What tropes does Graves use?

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Overall

Politics

Social Commentary

Character Depth

Wit & Wordplay

Satire & Parody

Pathos

Acting

Eccentricity