6.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Frontier (2016)
Frontier (2016)
Overview
In 18th-century North America, ruthless trappers and entrepreneurs fight to wrest control of the fur trade from the mighty Hudson's Bay Company.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Female Combat: Yes
Christianity: Negative
Viewer Rating
6.6
Overview
In 18th-century North America, ruthless trappers and entrepreneurs fight to wrest control of the fur trade from the mighty Hudson's Bay Company.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis critiques corporate monopolistic power and colonial exploitation, portraying indigenous peoples and independent traders as victims or resistors against an oppressive system. This focus on systemic injustice and anti-colonial themes aligns with left-leaning values.
The series features visible diversity in its lead casting, with a prominent character of mixed heritage whose background is central to the narrative. The story itself engages with themes of colonialism and power dynamics, often portraying traditional European identities and their associated institutions in a critical light.
Secondary
The series features Sokanon, a skilled Cree warrior, who participates in direct physical combat. She is shown to be victorious in close-quarters engagements against male opponents using melee weapons like a knife.
The series frequently portrays Christian characters and institutions as hypocritical or complicit in the brutal colonial exploitation of the fur trade. The narrative often highlights the moral failings of individuals operating under the guise of Christian piety, without offering significant counterbalancing positive portrayals of the faith itself.
The series 'Frontier' does not appear to feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. Available information, including plot summaries and character details, does not indicate any such depictions, leading to an assessment of N/A for LGBTQ+ portrayal.
Currently, there is not enough information available to assess the portrayal of transsexual characters or themes in 'Frontier, 2016'. No details regarding such content were provided, making an evaluation impossible. For example, there is no discernible character arc or story plot available to analyze for its impact on transsexual representation.
The provided information for "Frontier, 2016" does not include details about source material, historical figures, or prior canonical character genders. Without this context, it is impossible to determine if any character portrayal constitutes a gender swap.
Frontier is an original historical drama series, not an adaptation of existing source material or a biopic of real historical figures. Its characters were created for the show, meaning there is no prior canonical or historically established race to be swapped.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.1
6.8
Critic Ratings
7.5
5.2
More Like This
Leans Progressive
6.6
The Shrouds
(2025)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Leans Progressive
7.6
Rocketman
(2019)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Progressive
7.3
40 Acres
(2025)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Female Combat: Yes
Leans Progressive
6.9
Net Worth
(1995)
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: Low
Progressive
6.7
Escape from Pretoria
(2020)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Leans Progressive
7.0
The Red Violin
(1998)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Center
6.7
Bad Genius
(2024)
Political: Not Rated
Diversity: Not Rated
Progressive
7.8
Water
(2005)
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
Leans Progressive
8.4
Incendies
(2010)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Progressive
6.8
The Whistleblower
(2010)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Progressive
6.6
Race
(2016)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Progressive
6.8
Really Happy Someday
(2024)
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Progressive
7.8
Fences
(2016)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Leans Progressive
8.2
See You Up There
(2017)
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: Low
Progressive
7.6
Wildhood
(2022)
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Progressive
7.0
Sheepdog
(2026)
Political: Not Rated
Diversity: Not Rated
Leans Progressive
9.4
In Trousers
(1979)
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Positive
Progressive
7.8
Green Book
(2018)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Leans Progressive
7.5
Emily the Criminal
(2022)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Progressive
6.9
The Girl Who Played with Fire
(2009)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Female Combat: Yes