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Buffalo Bill
1983·Show
Buffalo Bill fingerprint
Funny, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Pathos5
- Wholesome4
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
- Situational Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Cringe Humor7
World
Show business, everyday modern life, and society
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
- Acting9
- Dialogue Quality9
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumShow business, everyday modern life, and society
Its world is built around show business, everyday modern life, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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About
Be Good To Your Buffalo.
Buffalo Bill is an American television situation comedy that featured the misadventures of an egotistical talk show host, played by Dabney Coleman, and his staff at WBFL-TV, a small TV station in Buffalo, New York. It premiered May 31, 1983 on NBC and ran for only part of two seasons. It was also shown on the then-new UK fourth TV channel Channel 4.
80s SitcomCharacter-Driven ComedyWorkplace HumorEgotistical ProtagonistSharp DialogueSatiricalCult ClassicTelevision IndustryCringe Comedy
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Questions about Buffalo Bill
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Buffalo Bill worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 84%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Buffalo Bill rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How many seasons does Buffalo Bill have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 26 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
Do critics and audiences agree on Buffalo Bill?
Critics84
Audiences74
Not quite. Critics rate Buffalo Bill higher (84) than audiences (74). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
When did Buffalo Bill air?
S1S2
It ran from 1983 to 1984 and has ended.
What language is Buffalo Bill in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Buffalo Bill use?
Abortion Fallout DramaBreak the CutieEasily ForgivenThe Generic GuyUnsettling Gender-RevealShout-OutServile SnarkerLaugh TrackHeroic BSoDKarma HoudiniUltimate Job SecurityRunning Gag
TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for Buffalo Bill, including Abortion Fallout Drama, Break the Cutie, Easily Forgiven.