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Altered Carbon
2018·Show
Altered Carbon fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and spectacular
- Tension8
- Spectacle8
- Violence7
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Wonder6
- Pathos5
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody4
- Dark Humor3
World
Technology, the future, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction and performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout cinematography, visual style, and score
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization9
- Music Composition8
Energy
HighTense and spectacular
Altered Carbon is tense, spectacular, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumTechnology, the future, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around technology, the future, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity10Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction and performances stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical9Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, visual style, and score
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography, visual style, and score stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
No body lives forever.
After 250 years on ice, a prisoner returns to life in a new body with one chance to win his freedom: by solving a mind-bending murder.
Neo-Noir CyberpunkConsciousness Transfer Sci-FiPhilosophical Crime MysteryVisually Stunning DystopiaClass Warfare NarrativeExistential DreadHigh-Tech InvestigationGritty Future HistoryImmortality EthicsAtmospheric Tension
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Questions about Altered Carbon
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Altered Carbon worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 75%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Altered Carbon rated?
TV-MAViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery
It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Altered Carbon have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 18 episodes of about 50 minutes each.
Do critics and audiences agree on Altered Carbon?
Critics70
Audiences72
Yes. Critics average 70 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see Altered Carbon much the same way.
When did Altered Carbon air?
S1S2
It ran from 2018 to 2020 and has ended.
What language is Altered Carbon in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Altered Carbon?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Altered Carbon in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Altered Carbon use?
Writers Cannot Do MathPower Perversion PotentialFlying CarRidiculously Human AISummon to HandImported Alien PhlebotinumAdaptational VillainyAugmented RealityChekhov's GunAdaptational Angst UpgradeAlternate SelfUnited Nations Is a Superpowerand 141 more
TV Tropes lists 153 storytelling tropes for Altered Carbon, including Writers Cannot Do Math, Power Perversion Potential, Flying Car.