Breakout Kings
Created by Matt Olmstead, Nick Santora
On A&E
A procedural action-drama built on the premise of reformed criminals helping law enforcement catch fugitives, balancing case-of-the-week structure with ensemble camaraderie.
Driven by the fact that there are few things more dangerous than a prisoner who has just escaped, and tired of following protocol and resorting to outdated methods of law enforcement, veteran U.S. Marshals Charlie Duchamp and Ray Zancanelli are taking an unorthodox approach to their work: using former fugitives to catch fugitives.
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Is Breakout Kings violent? Somewhat. More violent than 71% of series.
Is Breakout Kings sad? Not especially. Less sad than 68% of series.
Is Breakout Kings scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 66% of series.
Is Breakout Kings easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 61% of series.
Does Breakout Kings leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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Like Breakout Kings
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Breakout Kings
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Breakout Kings, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Breakout Kings, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Breakout Kings, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
