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Undercover Boss
2012·Show
·49Episodes in12Seasons·
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Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some cringe comedy and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor6
- Satire & Parody6
- Situational Comedy5
World
Everyday modern life, society, and class and money
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome cringe comedy and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some cringe comedy and satire.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, society, and class and money
Its world is built around everyday modern life, society, and class and money.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Under the pretext of a documentary about an unemployed person looking for a job to get back into the workforce, a boss (different in each episode) dresses up and then, under the pretext of a filmed report, carries out short internships in various jobs in the company he runs.
He is accompanied by one employee per trade category. The fact that the employees know that they are being filmed can induce a Hawthorne effect.
The program ends with the employees who accompanied the trainee being called to the company's general management. The boss lists the criticisms and anomalies, then ends by praising the qualities of his employees: dedication, motivation, etc.
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Questions about Undercover Boss
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Undercover Boss worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Undercover Boss have?
12 seasons
It has 12 seasons with 49 episodes and is still in production.
Do critics and audiences agree on Undercover Boss?
Critics60
Audiences48
Not quite. Critics rate Undercover Boss higher (60) than audiences (48). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
When did Undercover Boss air?
S1S2S3S4S5S6S7S8S9S10S11S12
It started in 2012 and is still in production.
What language is Undercover Boss in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
What tropes does Undercover Boss use?
Downer EndingJerkassOh, Crap!For Inconvenience, Press "1"King IncognitoScripted EventReality Show Genre BlindnessHandicapped BadassApologizes a LotWhy Did It Have to Be Snakes?Luck-Based MissionClark Kentingand 22 more
TV Tropes lists 34 storytelling tropes for Undercover Boss, including Downer Ending, Jerkass, Oh, Crap!.