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Black Mirror S1 vs. Severance
Severance pulls ahead by 13 points (167 vs. 154) — and crosses into Masterclass tier where Black Mirror S1 sits at Stimulating.
Black Mirror S1
Stimulating
154/200
The first series of Charlie Brooker's anthology — 'The National Anthem,' 'Fifteen Million Merits,' and 'The Entire History of You.' Educational about social media, surveillance, and the ethics of technology. The first series is the most…
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Severance
Masterclass
167/200
Workers undergo a procedure that separates their work and personal consciousness. Educational about work-life balance and identity. Cognitive engagement from the science fiction premise. Entertainment from the mystery.
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The dimension breakdown
IQ Score (0–200) is a composite of Cognitive Stimulation (40%), Educational Value (35%), and Entertainment Quality (25%). All dimensions scored 0–50. Read the full methodology →