8.5
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The Westward
2018·Show
·134Episodes in5Seasons·
The Westward fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
- Tension7
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Hopefulness6
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Absurdist Humor3
World
Fantasy, history, and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
The Westward is thrilling, fast-paced, and tense.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumFantasy, history, and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, history, and faith and meaning. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
The journey to the West was a conspiracy of heaven! After Sutra went missing for more than a decade, Heaven sent its army to search, in order not to let the Sutra once again fall into the hands of heaven, the journey to West begin again.
Fantasy AdventureChinese MythologyAction-PackedIntriguing ConspiracyJourney to the West RetellingSpiritual QuestVisually AppealingComplex NarrativePolitical Intrigue
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Is The Westward worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Westward rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does The Westward have?
5 seasons
It has 5 seasons with 134 episodes and is still in production.
When did The Westward air?
S1S2S3S4S5
It started in 2018 and is still in production.
What language is The Westward in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.