7.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
All American (2018)
All American (2018)
Overview
When a rising high school football player from South Central L.A. is recruited to play for Beverly Hills High, the wins, losses and struggles of two families from vastly different worlds - Compton and Beverly Hills - begin to collide. Inspired by the life of pro football player Spencer Paysinger.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.3
Overview
When a rising high school football player from South Central L.A. is recruited to play for Beverly Hills High, the wins, losses and struggles of two families from vastly different worlds - Compton and Beverly Hills - begin to collide. Inspired by the life of pro football player Spencer Paysinger.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The show's central thesis explicitly promotes progressive ideology by consistently highlighting systemic racism, class disparities, and the need for social justice and community upliftment, particularly through its critiques of police brutality and its focus on identity politics.
The series prominently features a diverse cast, with its central narrative exploring the experiences of minority characters. It critically examines traditional societal structures and privileges, making themes of diversity, equity, and inclusion integral to its storytelling.
Secondary
All American features a prominent lesbian character, Coop, whose identity and relationships are depicted with dignity and complexity. Her sexuality is normalized within the narrative, and while she faces numerous challenges, these are primarily external to her queer identity. The portrayal is respectful and affirming, integrating her identity seamlessly into her overall character arc.
The show frequently depicts Christian faith and church communities as sources of strength, moral guidance, and support for characters navigating personal and community challenges. It highlights the positive role of faith in fostering resilience and connection within the community.
The show 'All American' does not include any prominent or identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Consequently, there is no portrayal of transsexual identity to evaluate within the series' narrative.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
All American is a fictionalized sports drama inspired by the life of a real male athlete, Spencer Paysinger. The show's protagonist, Spencer James, is also male. The other main characters are original creations for the series, not adaptations of pre-existing characters with established genders. Therefore, no gender swaps are present.
All American is an original television series that establishes its own characters and their races from its inception. There is no prior source material, historical record for these specific fictional characters, or previous installment from which a character's race could have been changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.6
8.1
Critic Ratings
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6.3
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