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Chelmsford 123

1988·Show
13Episodes in2Seasons
75
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Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wholesome5
  • Hopefulness5
  • Catharsis4

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and satire

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Satire & Parody8
  • Wit & Wordplay7

World

History and politics

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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About

Chelmsford, Britain in the year AD 123; there is a power struggle between Roman governor Aulus Paulinus and the British chieftain, Badvoc. Britain is a miserable place, cold and wet – just the place to exile Aulus for accidentally insulting the Emperor's horse, but also give him something useful to do. Aulus, probably a play on Aulus Platorius Nepos, the governor of Roman Britain between 122 and 125, was a rather delicate Roman, who was usually outwitted by the scheming Badvoc, who hadn't had a haircut for twenty-five years.
British Historical ComedyRoman Empire SatireCulture Clash HumorPolitical Power StrugglesClassic SitcomDry WitCharacter-Driven ComedyPeriod ParodyEveryday Absurdity

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Is Chelmsford 123 worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Chelmsford 123 have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 13 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

When did Chelmsford 123 air?

It ran from 1988 to 1990 and has ended.

What language is Chelmsford 123 in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch Chelmsford 123?

4GBGGIEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Chelmsford 123 in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Chelmsford 123 use?

Tampering with Food and DrinkLong-Lost RelativeJacob Marley WarningShout-OutDeadpan SnarkerThe Other DarrinThe Dung AgesRepeat After MeBritain Is Only LondonSuicide as ComedyIntercontinuity CrossoverThe Queen's Latinand 15 more

TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Chelmsford 123, including Tampering with Food and Drink, Long-Lost Relative, Jacob Marley Warning.