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Cold Case
2019·Show
·30Episodes in1Season·
Cold Case fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Pathos5
- Romance4
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Physical Comedy2
- Dark Humor2
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Character Depth8
- Complexity8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and mystery. 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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A team of four detectives with distinct personalities specializes in solving cold cases. Led by Luo Yingwei, the team includes gossip queen Cai Wenxin, determined Xia Luoyang, and quiet Feng Yi. Despite their differences, they work together to tackle complex cases and, with help from allies, face off against a powerful drug syndicate.
Cold Case Police ProceduralEnsemble Detective TeamOrganized Crime ThrillerCharacter-Driven MysteryIntricate PlottingUrban Crime DramaJustice System FocusSuspenseful & Gripping
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Questions about Cold Case
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Cold Case worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cold Case rated?
ViolenceDrug use
Content advisories: violence and drug use.
How many seasons does Cold Case have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 30 episodes.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cold Case?
Critics66
Audiences84
Not quite. Audiences rate Cold Case higher (84) than critics (66). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did Cold Case air?
S1
It ran from 2019 to 2019 and has ended.
What language is Cold Case in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.
What tropes does Cold Case use?
Chekhov's SkillHeel–Face Door-SlamMiscarriage of JusticeBring My Brown PantsMen Act, Women AreRedemption Equals DeathAge-Appropriate AngstMiles GloriosusSoft WaterGood Girls Avoid AbortionSerial RapistScrew the Money, I Have Rules!and 534 more
TV Tropes lists 546 storytelling tropes for Cold Case, including Chekhov's Skill, Heel–Face Door-Slam, Miscarriage of Justice.