The Americans
spy
drama
181
Masterclass
Measurably increases domain knowledge or cognitive capacity
Score Breakdown
Cognitive Stimulation/50
47
Educational Value/50
42
Craft & Quality/50
47
Cinematic Score/50
43
IQ = round((Cognitive × 0.4 + Educational × 0.35 + Craft × 0.25) × 4)
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The TVI Take
Two Soviet KGB officers pose as an American couple during the Cold War. Educational about the Cold War and espionage.
Cognitive engagement from the psychological toll of living a lie. Entertainment from the spy thriller elements.
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