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TekWar
1994·Show
·18Episodes in1Season·
TekWar fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
- Tension5
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Hopefulness4
- Catharsis4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
The future, crime, and mystery
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Narrative Structure6
- Intrigue6
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition6
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- 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.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
LowThe future, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around the future, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Gaming6Video games and game culture.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
TekWar is a North American television series, based on the TekWar novels ghost-written by Ron Goulart from outlines by William Shatner and developed for television by Stephen Roloff. The series follows Jake Cardigan, a former police officer turned private investigator working for Cosmos, a private security firm owned and operated by Walter Bascom.
The series was broadcast in Canada on CTV and in the United States on USA Network and the Sci Fi Channel. The series, which was a co-production between Atlantis Films and Universal Television premiered on January 17, 1994 and ended on February 9, 1996.
90s Sci-FiFuturistic Crime ProceduralCyberpunk DetectiveVirtual Reality ThemesPulp Sci-Fi AdventureTechnology-Driven PlotEpisodic MysteryCult ClassicWilliam Shatner Adaptation
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Questions about TekWar
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is TekWar worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Metacritic 43). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is TekWar rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does TekWar have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 18 episodes.
Is TekWar based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on TekWar?
Critics43
Audiences64
Not quite. Audiences rate TekWar higher (64) than critics (43). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did TekWar air?
S1
It ran from 1994 to 1996 and has ended.
What language is TekWar in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.
What tropes does TekWar use?
Becoming the MaskDoes This Remind You of Anything?Cargo CultRobot MeMegaCorpAristocrats Are EvilRemember the New Guy?Bunny-Ears LawyerLotus-Eater MachinePrivate Military ContractorsAlternate HistoryWeaponized Cameraand 41 more
TV Tropes lists 53 storytelling tropes for TekWar, including Becoming the Mask, Does This Remind You of Anything?, Cargo Cult.