7.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Outer Banks (2020)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.4
Overview
A tight-knit group of teens unearths a long-buried secret, setting off a chain of illicit events that takes them on an adventure they'll never forget.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Neutral
Overview
A tight-knit group of teens unearths a long-buried secret, setting off a chain of illicit events that takes them on an adventure they'll never forget.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The series consistently portrays a stark class divide, critiquing the corrupt and privileged wealthy elite ("Kooks") while championing the resilient and morally grounded working-class protagonists ("Pogues"), making its central conflict and thematic resolution align with left-leaning values.
The series features a visibly diverse main cast with significant roles for Black and mixed-race characters, though these are original roles rather than explicit race or gender swaps. While there is a critique of privileged, often white, characters, the narrative does not explicitly portray traditional identities negatively, and DEI themes are present but not central to the primary storyline.
Secondary
The series includes a minor character, Sofia, whose bisexuality is briefly acknowledged but not deeply explored. Her identity is present but incidental, neither significantly uplifting nor denigrating, resulting in a neutral overall portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes.
Outer Banks does not include any identifiable transsexual characters or themes within its narrative. Consequently, there is no portrayal to assess regarding positive, negative, or neutral impact on transsexual representation.
The show features female characters who are often involved in dangerous situations and group conflicts. However, there are no clear instances where a female character individually defeats one or more male opponents in direct, close-quarters physical combat.
Outer Banks is an original series with no prior source material, historical figures, or legacy characters. All characters were created specifically for the show, thus precluding any gender swaps from established canon.
Outer Banks is an original series, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a historical account. All characters were created for the show, thus there are no prior established racial identities that could be subject to a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.5
8.3
Critic Ratings
7.9
5.8
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