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The Unknown
2018·Show
·40Episodes in1Season·
The Unknown fingerprint
Strong craft.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance6
- Hopefulness6
- Coming of Age6
Humor
Some sharp wit and cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Cringe Humor6
- Situational Comedy5
World
Mystery, history, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters, performances, and storytelling
- Character Depth9
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumMystery, history, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around mystery, history, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout characters, performances, and storytelling
The characters, performances, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-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
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The story is set in Republican Shanghai. Four young people with completely different experiences in life come together to break into the underground world of “Qianmen Jianghu” and solve mysterious cases. Su Zi Quan (Ning Huan Yu) is quick-witted and calls himself the “number one master sleuth on earth”. Despite his excellent memory, he can’t recall his early childhood. His biggest weakness, however, is that he’s allergic to women. Whenever he comes into physical contact with a woman, he has to sneeze. Tang Dai Yun (Shirley Jin) is a pure and kind-hearted, but also willful rich young lady. While looking for her lost older brother, she meets Zi Quan. Joining these two is the cold butler of the Tang household Chen Yi Ming (Li Dai Kun) who has great fighting skills and is only gentle to Dai Yun, and Zi Quan’s childhood friend Lu Zi Xiao (Zhu Ya), the only woman he’s not allergic to.
Republican ShanghaiHistorical MysteryDetective AdventureQuirky CharactersUnderground WorldEnsemble CastIntriguing PlotLighthearted DramaCharacter Dynamics
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Questions about The Unknown
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
How many seasons does The Unknown have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 40 episodes and is still in production.
When did The Unknown air?
S1
It started in 2018 and is still in production.
What language is The Unknown in?
EnglishChinese
It was made in English, with some Chinese. Produced in China.