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The Rubbish World of Dave Spud

2019·Show
104Episodes in3Seasons
79
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9
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IMDb6.9
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The Rubbish World of Dave Spud fingerprint

Funny, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Hopeful and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy

  • Physical Comedy9
  • Situational Comedy8
  • Absurdist Humor8

World

Family

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization8
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Dave, Grimsby's own magnet for disaster, is a fighter against the odds and our unlikely hero. He knows that no matter how rubbish things get, there is always room for them to get worse. But bring it on! For Dave and his Spud family are united--together they will prevail and do so with gusto! Side note: And be back in time for tea.
Animated Slapstick ComedyAbsurdist Family HumorChild-Friendly AnticsChaotic & EnergeticResilient CharactersBritish AnimationOptimistic OutlookEveryday DisastersQuirky & Fun

Crew

Directed by:
Ed Foster
Written by:
James Moran, Steve Box, Alex Collier
Produced by:
Iain Harvey

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Rubbish World of Dave Spud

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Where can I stream The Rubbish World of Dave Spud legally?

PrimeHooplaAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsUP Faith & FamilyUP Faith & Family Amazon Channel Tubi TVAmazon MX Player

The Rubbish World of Dave Spud is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Rubbish World of Dave Spud worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does The Rubbish World of Dave Spud have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 104 episodes of about 15 minutes each and is still in production.

When did The Rubbish World of Dave Spud air?

It started in 2019 and is still in production.

What language is The Rubbish World of Dave Spud in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The Rubbish World of Dave Spud?

7AUCAGBGGNZRUUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Rubbish World of Dave Spud in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Rubbish World of Dave Spud use?

Crapsack WorldEccentric TownsfolkGender-Blender NameThe ScroungerRidiculously Average GuyNegative ContinuityScrew Politeness, I'm a Senior!Larynx DissonanceFiery RedheadMeta GuyScrew YourselfWhat Measure Is a Non-Human?and 7 more

TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for The Rubbish World of Dave Spud, including Crapsack World, Eccentric Townsfolk, Gender-Blender Name.