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Tales from the Loop

2020·Show
8Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
75
GreatGoodWatch score

Tales from the Loop fingerprint

Stunning style, immersive world, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Spectacle4
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Melancholic and wondrous

Much of it is about family.

  • Melancholy8
  • Wonder8
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Technology, the future, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Ambiguity8
  • Novelty8

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction9
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography, score, and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography10
  • Music Composition9
  • Visual Stylization9

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

The story of the town and people who live above “The Loop,” a machine built to unlock and explore the mysteries of the universe – making things possible that were previously relegated only to science fiction.
Atmospheric Sci-FiMelancholy TonePhilosophical ExplorationSlow-Paced DramaVisually StunningExistential MysteriesHuman-Technology InterplayFamily DynamicsThought-ProvokingRetro-Futuristic Aesthetic

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Tales from the Loop

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Tales from the Loop legally?

Tales from the Loop 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 Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Tales from the Loop worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 87%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tales from the Loop rated?

TV-MA

It's rated TV-MA in the United States.

How many seasons does Tales from the Loop have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 8 episodes.

Is Tales from the Loop based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Tales from the Loop?

Critics78
Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 78 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see Tales from the Loop much the same way.

When did Tales from the Loop air?

It ran from 2020 to 2020 and has ended.

What language is Tales from the Loop in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Sweden, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Tales from the Loop?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Tales from the Loop in 133 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Tales from the Loop use?

The RevealDistant FinaleCall-BackThe AgelessSecret Stab WoundPlease, Don't Leave MeTone ShiftSlice of LifeShoot the Shaggy DogThe WorkaholicShout-OutCrapsack Worldand 25 more

TV Tropes lists 37 storytelling tropes for Tales from the Loop, including The Reveal, Distant Finale, Call-Back.