Numb3rs
We all use Math every day.
Created by Nicolas Falacci, Cheryl Heuton
On CBS
A procedural crime drama that pairs FBI casework with mathematical problem-solving, balancing intellectual puzzle-solving against the emotional bonds between brothers.
Inspired by actual cases and experiences, Numb3rs depicts the confluence of police work and mathematics in solving crime as an FBI agent recruits his mathematical genius brother to help solve a wide range of challenging crimes in Los Angeles from a very different perspective.
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Is Numb3rs sad? Not especially. Less sad than 68% of series.
Is Numb3rs easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 61% of series.
Is Numb3rs violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Numb3rs leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Numb3rs scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Numb3rs
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Numb3rs, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
