7.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Killjoys (2015)
Killjoys (2015)
Overview
An action-packed adventure series following a fun-loving, hard living trio of interplanetary bounty hunters (a.k.a. Killjoys) sworn to remain impartial as they chase deadly warrants around the Quad, a system of planets on the brink of revolution.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Female Combat: Yes
Viewer Rating
7.2
Overview
An action-packed adventure series following a fun-loving, hard living trio of interplanetary bounty hunters (a.k.a. Killjoys) sworn to remain impartial as they chase deadly warrants around the Quad, a system of planets on the brink of revolution.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
Killjoys is rated as Clearly Left due to its central thesis explicitly promoting progressive ideology through a consistent critique of corporate and feudalistic power structures, advocating for rebellion against systemic oppression, and championing social justice for marginalized populations.
The series demonstrates significant diversity through the casting of a biracial actress in a prominent lead role. While the narrative explores themes of power and rebellion with strong female characters, it does not explicitly critique traditional identities or center its plot around DEI themes.
Secondary
Killjoys offers a predominantly positive portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters and themes. Key characters like Pree and D'avin are openly queer, with their sexualities normalized and integrated into their complex identities and relationships without being a source of conflict or stereotype. The show is praised for its casual and affirming inclusion.
The show features Dutch, a highly trained human character, who consistently engages in and wins close-quarters physical combat against multiple male opponents using martial arts and melee weapons. Her victories are attributed to skill and physical prowess.
There is insufficient information available to assess the portrayal of transsexual characters or themes in Killjoys, 2015. No specific plot points or character arcs related to transsexual identity could be identified from the provided details, preventing an evaluation of its net impact.
Killjoys is an original science fiction series, not an adaptation or reboot. All characters were created specifically for the show, meaning there are no pre-existing canonical characters whose gender could be swapped.
Killjoys is an original science fiction series that premiered in 2015. Its characters were created for the show, meaning there is no prior source material or historical record to establish a different canonical race for them. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.2
6.9
Critic Ratings
9.5
5.3