Foyle's War
Created by Anthony Horowitz
On ITV1
A methodical, period-grounded detective drama set against WW2 and its aftermath, where procedural investigation becomes a form of moral reckoning.
As WW2 rages around the world, DCS Foyle fights his own war on the home-front as he investigates crimes on the south coast of England. Foyle's War opens in southern England in the year 1940. Later series sees the retired detective working as an MI5 agent operating in the aftermath of the war.
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Questions people ask
Is Foyle's War easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 79% of series.
Is Foyle's War sad? Somewhat. More sad than 66% of series.
Is Foyle's War scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 59% of series.
Does Foyle's War leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Foyle's War violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Cinnamon Score
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Foyle's War
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Foyle's War
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Foyle's War, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Foyle's War, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Foyle's War, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
