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Jim Button
1998·Show
·52Episodes in2Seasons·
Jim Button fingerprint
High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.
Energy
Fast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Heartwarming and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Wholesome9
- Hopefulness8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy5
- Situational Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Fantasy, family, and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighFast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Jim Button is fast-paced and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
HighHeartwarming and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's heartwarming, hopeful, and wondrous. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy, family, and growing up
Its world is built around fantasy, family, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Jim Button and his best friend Luke live on an island called Tomorrow Land (Morrow Land). Because there is no place on the island will have to be demolished all the rails for a home for Jim. Hence Luke decides which driver is about to leave the island with his trusty locomotive Emma. Jim hears this, he decides to go with Luke. They have no idea what dangers lurk in the world in which they arrive. They come on the road against pirates, “Wild 13” that have captured princess Lisi Mandala and taken to Bleak Land (Sorrow Land), where the mighty dragon lady dominates Knar Stand. After they make to come into Mandala they know Poemkin emperor, father of Lisi; deceitful prime minister Pi Pa Poo and his sidekick Meewentee, Jooviloopiebluu the imperial cook and his grandson Ping Pong.
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Questions about Jim Button
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Jim Button worth watching?
53
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Jim Button have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 52 episodes and is still in production.
When did Jim Button air?
S1S2
It started in 1998 and is still in production.
What language is Jim Button in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Jim Button use?
Adaptational Nice GuySliding Scale of Villain EffectivenessAlternative Foreign Theme SongAscended ExtraAdaptation ExpansionDefiant CaptiveMix-and-Match CrittersJerkassCannot Tell a JokeSliding Scale of Villain ThreatScenery GornResurrect the Wreckand 6 more
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Jim Button, including Adaptational Nice Guy, Sliding Scale of Villain Effectiveness, Alternative Foreign Theme Song.