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Beautiful People

2008·Show
12Episodes in2Seasons·TV-PG
81
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Funny, strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Hopefulness7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Cringe Humor6

World

Growing up, history, and a real life story

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Beautiful People is a British comedy drama television series based on the memoirs of Barneys creative director Simon Doonan. The series takes place in Reading, Berkshire, in 1997, where thirteen-year-old Simon Doonan and his best friend Kylie dream of escaping their dreary suburban surroundings and moving to cosmopolitan London "to live amongst the beautiful people." The first episode aired on BBC Two on 2 October 2008 and recorded overnight ratings of 1.5 million viewers and positive critical reaction. Episodes are self-contained, but do follow a loose story arc throughout the course of each series. The second and final series finished airing on 18 December 2009.
British Comedy-DramaNostalgic Period PieceComing-of-Age StorySuburban EscapeCharming & WittyBiographical HumorCharacter-DrivenLightheartedFriendship FocusGentle Satire

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Where can I stream Beautiful People legally?

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Is Beautiful People worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Beautiful People rated?

TV-PGStrong language

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How many seasons does Beautiful People have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 12 episodes of about 29 minutes each.

Is Beautiful People based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Beautiful People air?

It ran from 2008 to 2009 and has ended.

What language is Beautiful People in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Beautiful People?

9ATAUCADEGBIENLNZUS

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What tropes does Beautiful People use?

Special GuestHands-Off ParentingStylistic SuckUnusually Uninteresting SightFuture Me Scares MeCrouching Moron, Hidden BadassHilariously Abusive ChildhoodImagine SpotDysfunction JunctionSkip to the EndChekhov's GunMyth Arcand 23 more

TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for Beautiful People, including Special Guest, Hands-Off Parenting, Stylistic Suck.