NetflixDirty John (2018)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.1
Overview
Anthology series in which each season is based on a true crime story featuring an epic tale of love gone wrong.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Netflix
Apple TV
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Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Overview
Anthology series in which each season is based on a true crime story featuring an epic tale of love gone wrong.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixApple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The series primarily explores individual psychological manipulation, domestic abuse, and survival within a true crime narrative, focusing on personal agency and family support rather than broader political or systemic critiques.
The series 'Dirty John' features casting that largely reflects the real-life individuals of its true-crime narratives, with visible diversity in supporting roles but no explicit race or gender swaps for main characters. The narrative focuses on critiquing the specific harmful actions of individual characters rather than presenting a broad negative portrayal of traditional identities or making DEI themes central to its storytelling.
Secondary
The series portrays the Newell family's Christian faith as a source of comfort, moral guidance, and personal strength, particularly for Arlane. While John Meehan exploits Debra's trusting nature, partly informed by her faith, the narrative consistently condemns his manipulative actions, not the faith itself. The portrayal is sympathetic and respectful, highlighting faith as a part of the characters' identity.
The series 'Dirty John' does not include any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes in its true-crime narratives across its two seasons. Therefore, there is no portrayal to evaluate regarding positive, negative, or neutral impact on queer identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The show "Dirty John" is a true-crime adaptation based on real historical figures. All major characters, including John Meehan, Debra Newell, and their family members, are portrayed on screen with the same gender as their real-life counterparts.
The series "Dirty John" is based on a true story. The main characters, including Debra Newell, John Meehan, Terra Newell, and Veronica Newell (Jacquelyn), are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with the documented race of their real-life counterparts.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.3
6.9
Critic Ratings
7.8
6.4
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