Extrapolations
Who will fight for our future?
Created by Scott Z. Burns
On Apple TV
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Where to watch
- StreamApple TV+
Questions people ask
Is Extrapolations sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of series.
Is Extrapolations easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 75% of series.
Does Extrapolations leave you hopeful? Not especially. Less hopeful than 73% of series.
Is Extrapolations scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 59% of series.
Is Extrapolations violent? Not especially. Less violent than 59% of series.
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How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
How unlike any other series this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Everything like Extrapolations, and what each one shares →
Like Extrapolations
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Extrapolations
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Extrapolations, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Extrapolations, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Extrapolations, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
