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Something Is Out There
1988·Show
Something Is Out There fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia5
- Catharsis4
- Wonder4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
- Dark Humor2
World
Crime, the future, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Something Is Out There is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, the future, and mystery
Its world is built around crime, the future, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Two police officers investigate a series of brutal murders in which the victims have had bodily organs removed. When one of them questions a young woman who has been seen at the crime scenes, it turns out she is an alien from an interstellar prison ship and that the murders have been committed by a powerful xenomorphic alien which had escaped.
Sci-Fi ThrillerAlien HorrorPolice ProceduralBrutal MurdersCreature FeatureSuspenseful InvestigationDark & Gritty1980s Sci-FiOrgan Harvesting
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Is Something Is Out There worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Something Is Out There rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Something Is Out There have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 2 episodes of about 200 minutes each.
When did Something Is Out There air?
S1
It ran from 1988 to 1988 and has ended.
What language is Something Is Out There in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Something Is Out There use?
Handshake RefusalBuddy Cop ShowInterspecies RomancePolly Wants a MicrophoneDrunk on MilkPants-Positive SafetyInnocent Fanservice GirlSelf-Destruct MechanismShoulders-Up NudityWax Museum MorgueInhuman Eye ConcealersSleeps in the Nudeand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Something Is Out There, including Handshake Refusal, Buddy Cop Show, Interspecies Romance.