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Beforeigners
2019·Show
Beforeigners fingerprint
High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Spectacle6
- Violence6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Satire & Parody5
- Situational Comedy3
World
The future, crime, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Novelty9
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowWondrous
Emotionally, it's wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
HighThe future, crime, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, crime, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
The past catches up with us all.
In the near future a new phenomenon starts happening all over the world with powerful flashes of light occurring in the ocean and people from the past mysteriously reappearing. Called "beforeigners," these people come from three separate time periods: the Stone Age, the Viking era and late 19th century. A couple of years later, Alfhildr – who comes from the Viking Age – has to partner up with a burned-out police officer, Lars Haaland, to investigate the murder of a beforeigner. The pair begins to unravel a larger conspiracy behind the origin of the mysterious mass arrivals.
Nordic Sci-FiTime Travel PremisePolice ProceduralSocial CommentaryCultural ClashIntriguing MysteryCharacter-Driven DramaFuturistic SocietyPhilosophical Undertones
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Questions about Beforeigners
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Beforeigners worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Beforeigners rated?
TV-MAViolenceStrong language
It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How many seasons does Beforeigners have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 12 episodes of about 50 minutes each.
Do critics and audiences agree on Beforeigners?
Critics80
Audiences81
Yes. Critics average 80 and audiences 81 out of 100, so both groups see Beforeigners much the same way.
When did Beforeigners air?
S1S2
It ran from 2019 to 2022 and has ended.
What language is Beforeigners in?
NorwegianEnglish
It was made in Norwegian, with some English. Produced in Norway.
In how many countries can I watch Beforeigners?
32
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What tropes does Beforeigners use?
Political OvercorrectnessSuper-SensesTalk About the WeatherShown Their WorkDrives Like CrazyNo Name GivenEnemy MineThe Topic of CancerChekhov's GunHelpful HallucinationAllegoryDefective Detectiveand 112 more
TV Tropes lists 124 storytelling tropes for Beforeigners, including Political Overcorrectness, Super-Senses, Talk About the Weather.