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Shark
2014·Show
·23Episodes in2Seasons·
Shark fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle5
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Hopefulness8
- Coming of Age8
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Cringe Humor3
World
Show business, everyday modern life, and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters and performances
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Standout score
- Music Centrality10
- Music Composition8
- Cinematography7
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumShow business, everyday modern life, and growing up
Its world is built around show business, everyday modern life, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
Craft
HighStandout characters and performances
The characters and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Music Centrality10Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
A rock band, SHARK, dreams of changing the world with their music. Without their visionary leader, will they ever fulfill that dream?
Music DramaYouth EnsembleBand StoryLoss & AmbitionFriendship ThemesJapanese DramaComing-of-AgeShowbiz JourneyEmotional & Uplifting
Actors
Crew
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Shark
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Shark worth watching?
44
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 52%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Shark have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 23 episodes.
Do critics and audiences agree on Shark?
Critics56
Audiences65
Not quite. Audiences rate Shark higher (65) than critics (56). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did Shark air?
S1S2
It ran from 2014 to 2014 and has ended.
What language is Shark in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Shark use?
Ascended FanboyShout-OutSpotting the ThreadHumans Are BastardsCassandra TruthAsshole VictimDriven to SuicideThe KindnapperJustice by Other Legal MeansLoophole AbuseFraming the Guilty Party"Not So Different" Remarkand 50 more
TV Tropes lists 62 storytelling tropes for Shark, including Ascended Fanboy, Shout-Out, Spotting the Thread.