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Some Assembly Required
2008·Show
·20Episodes in3Seasons·TV-G·
Some Assembly Required fingerprint
Emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Wholesome
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness6
- Wonder6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Sound Centrality6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Some Assembly Required is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
NoneWholesome
Emotionally, it's wholesome.
All heart traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and technology
Its world is built around everyday modern life and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Some Assembly Required is a Discovery Channel TV series which premiered in the United States on December 27, 2007 and originally aired in 2007 and 2008. Hosts Brian Unger and physicist Lou Bloomfield explain how various things are manufactured and participate in the manufacturing process. The show is also titled as How Stuff's Made in the UK.
Educational DocumentaryManufacturing ProcessesScience & TechnologyHow Things Are MadeInformative & EngagingIndustrial ExplorationAccessible SciencePractical KnowledgeCuriosity-Driven
Actors
Crew
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Questions about Some Assembly Required
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Is Some Assembly Required worth watching?
50
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Some Assembly Required rated?
TV-G
It's rated TV-G in the United States.
How many seasons does Some Assembly Required have?
3 seasons
It has 3 seasons with 20 episodes.
When did Some Assembly Required air?
S2S1S3
It ran from 2008 to 2008 and has ended.
What language is Some Assembly Required in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
What tropes does Some Assembly Required use?
Actor AllusionAnimated Credits OpeningBilingual BonusDepending on the WriterEvery Episode EndingExpyForeign QueasineHeight AngstRunning GagHeh Heh, You Said "X"Rich BitchToken Minorityand 12 more
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for Some Assembly Required, including Actor Allusion, Animated Credits Opening, Bilingual Bonus.