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Now and Again
1999·Show
Now and Again fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Thrilling
- Adrenaline7
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Romantic and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics9
- Romance7
- Pathos7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Physical Comedy3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Family, technology, and the future
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumRomantic and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's romantic and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumFamily, technology, and the future
Its world is built around family, technology, and the future.
All world traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
When insurance salesman and family man Michael Wiseman is killed in a subway accident, the U.S. government preserves his brain and puts it into a new, genetically bio-engineered body that's young, attractive, and can do anything a superhero can do.
But as a top-secret experiment and weapon, the new and improved Michael can never let his wife Lisa or daughter Heather know his true identity. With the strict but brilliant Dr. Morris as his mentor, Michael takes on deadly terrorists, corrupt agents, killer bugs, and an extremely dangerous international criminal known as "the Egg Man." Michael can do anything...except stay away from the family that he loves.
Sci-Fi DramaBody SwappingSecret IdentityFamily SeparationGovernment ExperimentAction ThrillerPsychological ThemesMoral DilemmasHumanity vs. Technology
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Questions about Now and Again
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Now and Again worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 8.1, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 79). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Now and Again rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Now and Again have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 22 episodes of about 45 minutes each.
Do critics and audiences agree on Now and Again?
Critics90
Audiences84
Yes. Critics average 90 and audiences 84 out of 100, so both groups see Now and Again much the same way.
When did Now and Again air?
S1
It ran from 1999 to 2000 and has ended.
What language is Now and Again in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Now and Again use?
Power Profit PotentialStrange-Syntax SpeakerMr. FanserviceI Miss DadSound-Only DeathThe Big Damn Kiss"Reading Is Cool" AesopButt-MonkeyRe-Release SoundtrackCut ShortThe VoiceSuper-Strengthand 32 more
TV Tropes lists 44 storytelling tropes for Now and Again, including Power Profit Potential, Strange-Syntax Speaker, Mr. Fanservice.