Marvel's Jessica Jones
Your powers can't save you.
Created by Melissa Rosenberg
On Netflix
A neo-noir detective drama grounded in trauma and moral ambiguity, where superpowers complicate rather than resolve the messy business of survival and redemption.
After a tragic ending to her short-lived super hero stint, Jessica Jones is rebuilding her personal life and career as a detective who gets pulled into cases involving people with extraordinary abilities in New York City.
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Is Marvel's Jessica Jones violent? Yes, very. More violent than 92% of series.
Is Marvel's Jessica Jones sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of series.
Is Marvel's Jessica Jones scary? Yes. More frightening than 89% of series.
Is Marvel's Jessica Jones one of a kind? Barely. Less singular than 85% of series.
Does Marvel's Jessica Jones leave you hopeful? Not especially. Less hopeful than 73% of series.
Is Marvel's Jessica Jones easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 70% of series.
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Like Marvel's Jessica Jones
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Marvel's Jessica Jones
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Marvel's Jessica Jones, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Marvel's Jessica Jones, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Marvel's Jessica Jones, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
