The Politician
We promise you bi partisanship.
Created by Ian Brennan, Brad Falchuk, Ryan Murphy
On Netflix
A high-energy satirical comedy about ambition and privilege that treats high school politics as a microcosm of adult power games, mixing absurdist humor with genuine character relationships.
Payton has known since childhood that he's going to be president. First he'll have to navigate the most treacherous political landscape: high school.
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Is The Politician violent? Barely. Less violent than 78% of series.
Is The Politician sad? Barely. Less sad than 75% of series.
Does The Politician leave you hopeful? Somewhat. More hopeful than 69% of series.
Is The Politician easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 61% of series.
Is The Politician scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 59% of series.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Like The Politician
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Politician
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Politician, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Politician, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Politician, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
