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Siren
2015·Show
·9Episodes in1Season·
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High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Fast Pace8
- Violence8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Romance5
- Pathos5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue10
- Acting9
- Direction8
Style
Standout cinematography, editing, and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
HighNerve-racking and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Siren is nerve-racking, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighCrime, everyday modern life, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime10Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances, direction, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances, direction, and storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue10Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, editing, and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography, editing, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Satomi Shinobu works in the Mobile Investigation Unit of The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. The Mobile Investigation Unit conducts the initial investigation at all crime scenes. He works with Inokuma Yuki. They are a couple, but they keep their relationship a secret at work. They both hope to work at the #1 Investigation Station. One day, they meet beautiful Tachibana Kara at the site where a dead body was found. Kara appears at the other crime scenes involving grotesque murders. She shows an interest in Yuki. Satomi Shinobu thinks it's a bad sign for Yuki. To protect his girlfriend from danger, he struggles to find uncover the truth behind the serial murder cases and Kara’s identity.
Police Procedural ThrillerPsychological MysterySerial Killer NarrativeHigh Stakes SuspenseIntriguing VillainDark & GrittyIntense Cat-and-MouseRelationship Under ThreatCrime Investigation
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Is Siren worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Siren rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Siren have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 9 episodes.
When did Siren air?
S1
It ran from 2015 to 2015 and has ended.
What language is Siren in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Siren use?
Rewarded as a Traitor DeservesDreamvilleImpaled with Extreme PrejudiceOur Mermaids Are DifferentAnti-VillainNon-Action GuyNon-Idle RichOffscreen Moment of AwesomeEccentric MentorUneven HybridLine-of-Sight NameRose-Tinted Narrativeand 71 more
TV Tropes lists 83 storytelling tropes for Siren, including Rewarded as a Traitor Deserves, Dreamville, Impaled with Extreme Prejudice.