Vienna Blood

2019·Show

·11Episodes in4Seasons·TV-14·

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension8
Violence6
Spectacle5

Heart

Nostalgic

Nostalgia8
Melancholy6
Catharsis6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

Wit & Wordplay7
Situational Comedy1
Dark Humor1

World

History, mystery, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion9
Dialogue Centrality8
Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

Character Depth9
Intrigue9
Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography and score

Cinematography9
Music Composition8
Editing7

Energy

High

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Vienna Blood is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.

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Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.

Heart

Medium

Nostalgic

Emotionally, it's nostalgic.

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All heart traits

Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.

Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.

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Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.

Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.

Humor

Low

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some sharp wit.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.

Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.

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Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.

Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.

World

Medium

History, mystery, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around history, mystery, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.

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All world traits

World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.

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Historical10Period settings and real events.
Mystery10Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.

Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.

Craft

High

Standout characters, direction, and performances

The characters, direction, and performances stand out.

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All craft traits

Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
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.
Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.

Style

High

Standout cinematography and score

Look and sound: the cinematography and score stand out.

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All style traits

Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.

Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.

Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Who it's for

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About

Max Liebermann, a student of Sigmund Freud, helps Detective Rheinhardt in the investigation of a series of disturbing murders around the grand cafes and opera houses of 1900s Vienna.

Period Crime DramaPsychological MysteryEdwardian SettingIntellectual DeductionAtmosphericHistorical ImmersionCharacter-DrivenIntricate PlotsSocietal CommentaryThought-Provoking

Actors

Matthew Beard

Max Liebermann

Juergen Maurer

Oskar Rheinhardt

Charlene McKenna

Leah Liebermann

Conleth Hill

Mendel Liebermann

Amelia Bullmore

Rachel Liebermann

Josef Ellers

Sergeant Haussmann

Luise von Finckh

Clara Weiss

Simon Hatzl

Police Commissioner Strasser

Jessica De Gouw

Amelia Lydgate

Raphael von Bargen

Inspector von Bülow, Commissioner von Bulow

Harald Windisch

Professor Matthias

Oliver Stokowski

Professor Gruner

Miriam Hie

Polizeiarchivarin Therese Lindner, Lisa Linder

Leonie Benesch

Helena Rieger

Anne-Marie Waldeck

Ida Rego

Robert Reinagl

Dr.Julius Jaeger

Edmund Jäger

Police Sergeant

Rainer Wöss

Hans Brückmüller

Michael Müller

Journalist

Roland Koch

Heinrich Holderlein

Christoph Luser

Otto Braun

Heidelinde Pfaffenbichler

Sex Worker

Petra Morzé

Cosima von Rath

Roman Kariolou

Gustav Mahler

Ursula Strauss

Juno Holderlein

Gerhard Liebmann

Karl Überhorst

Alma Hasun

Charlotte Löwenstein

Erni Mangold

Concierge

Elisa Agbaglah

Josefine

Thomas Mraz

Viktor Krull

Margarethe Tiesel

Krull's Mother

Michael Niavarani

Herr Bieber

Ulrich Noethen

Graf von Triebenbach

Michaela Kis

Agata

Norman Hacker

Colonel Kabok

Lukas Johne

Vagrant

Andreas Lust

Andreas Olbricht

Linde Prelog

Olbricht's Mother

Laurence Rupp

Ruprecht Hafner

Michael Edlinger

Renz

Christian Holzmann

Lamplighter

Roman Blumenschein

Unparteiischer

Johannes Krisch

Major Julius Reisinger

Dominik Warta

Bernhard Becker

Rafael Gareisen

Herr Lang

Simon Frühwirth

Bauer

Sophie Stockinger

Fräulein Becker

Kristina Bangert

Else Rheinhardt

Stan Steinbichler

Wolf

Naemi Latzer

Zelenka's Sister

Leona König

Leopolds Mutter

Cornelius Obonya

Hauptmann Georg Steiner

Miriam Fussenegger

Schwester Scholz

Lisa Maria Potthoff

Kristina Vogl

Crew

Directed by:

Robert Dornhelm, Umut Dağ, Marvin Kren

Written by:

Stephen Thompson, Steven Thompson

Produced by:

Hilary Bevan Jones

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Vienna Blood legally?

YouTube TV

PBS Masterpiece

Vienna Blood is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Vienna Blood worth watching?

GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Metacritic 72). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Vienna Blood rated?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Vienna Blood have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 11 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Vienna Blood?

Critics72

Audiences78

Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 78 out of 100, so both groups see Vienna Blood much the same way.

When did Vienna Blood air?

S1S2S3S4

It ran from 2019 to 2024 and has ended.

What language is Vienna Blood in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in Germany, Austria, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Vienna Blood?

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Vienna Blood in 18 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Vienna Blood use?

Sequel HookFlashbackRussian RouletteNever the Obvious SuspectThe ProfilerMaybe Magic, Maybe MundaneButch LesbianMelting-Film EffectRobbing the DeadDramatic Sit-DownA Nazi by Any Other NameNever One Murderand 117 more

TV Tropes lists 129 storytelling tropes for Vienna Blood, including Sequel Hook, Flashback, Russian Roulette.

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Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Overall

Mystery

Historical

Psychological

World Immersion

Character Depth

Tension

Dialogue Quality

Slow Burn