7.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Life on Mars (2008)
Life on Mars (2008)
Overview
After a car crash, police detective Sam Tyler mysteriously finds himself transported back to 1973 and still working as a detective.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Trans: Neutral
Viewer Rating
7.1
Overview
After a car crash, police detective Sam Tyler mysteriously finds himself transported back to 1973 and still working as a detective.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The series explores the clash between 1970s and 2000s policing methods and social norms, presenting a nuanced view that critiques aspects of both eras while also finding value in their respective approaches, thus maintaining a neutral political stance.
The series features a traditional cast reflective of its 1970s setting, without explicit race or gender swaps. However, the narrative subtly critiques the social norms and attitudes of the era, particularly regarding sexism and racism within the police force, through the protagonist's modern viewpoint.
Secondary
Life on Mars features a male cross-dresser as a murder victim in a 1970s setting. While the character faces significant prejudice and derogatory language from the 1973 police, the show's protagonist from 2006 consistently critiques these attitudes with empathy. The portrayal balances problematic historical depictions with a clear narrative stance against prejudice, resulting in a neutral net impact.
The series does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative centers on a detective from 2008 who is mysteriously transported to 1973, exploring the cultural differences and police procedural aspects of that era.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The 2008 US adaptation of "Life on Mars" maintains the established genders of its core characters from the original UK series. Key roles like Sam Tyler, Gene Hunt, and Annie Norris (Cartwright) retain their original genders, with no significant character gender changes.
The American adaptation of "Life on Mars" maintained the established races of its core characters from the original British series. No significant legacy characters were portrayed by actors of a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.5
6.4
Critic Ratings
N/A
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