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To the Lake
2019·Show
What's your score?
To the Lake fingerprint
Relentless energy, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics10
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Cringe Humor1
World
Family, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Standout sound design
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
Very highNerve-racking and brutally violent
Fast from start to finish.
To the Lake is nerve-racking, brutally violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumFamily, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, everyday modern life, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
A deadly virus. Deadly escape...
A grim drama that unfolds against the backdrop of a global catastrophe. An unknown new virus turns Moscow into a city of the dead. Money loses its value and those not yet infected struggle desperately for food and survival.
Post-Apocalyptic SurvivalGritty DramaPandemic ThrillerFamily Under PressureSocietal CollapseHumanity's Dark SideRelentless TensionBleak OutlookMoral Dilemmas
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Questions about To the Lake
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Is To the Lake worth watching?
87
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is To the Lake rated?
TV-MAViolenceStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery
It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does To the Lake have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 16 episodes of about 48 minutes each.
Do critics and audiences agree on To the Lake?
Critics100
Audiences77
Not quite. Critics rate To the Lake higher (100) than audiences (77). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
When did To the Lake air?
S1S2
It ran from 2019 to 2022 and has ended.
What language is To the Lake in?
RussianEnglish
It was made in Russian, with some English. Produced in Russia.
In how many countries can I watch To the Lake?
132
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+118GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for To the Lake in 132 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.