Name: Abstract: The Art of Design
Genre: Documentary
Cast: Christoph Niemann, Tinker Hatfield, Es Devlin, Bjarke Ingels, Ralph Gilles

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February 10, 2017 · September 25, 2019 · Ended

First aired: February 10, 2017
Last aired: September 25, 2019
Status: Ended
Length: 2 seasons · 14 episodes
Age rating: TV-14
Genres: Documentary
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Available in: 129 countries

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Where can I stream Abstract: The Art of Design?

Netflix

In the United States, Abstract: The Art of Design streams on Netflix. It also streams in 128 other countries.

Is Abstract: The Art of Design worth watching?

91

ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 91 (IMDb 8.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (86).

Is Abstract: The Art of Design okay for kids?

TV-14

Yes: it's rated TV-14 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch Abstract: The Art of Design?

11 h

About 11 hours: 14 episodes in 2 seasons of about 45 minutes each, aired from 2017 to 2019.

Will I feel good after watching Abstract: The Art of Design?

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Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for hopefulness and 6 for wholesome.

Is Abstract: The Art of Design plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.