5 Things Umbrella Academy & Misfits Have In Common (& 5 Ways They Are Different)
A series synopsis that includes a ragtag group of people with superpowers could describe both The Umbrella Academy and Misfits, two genre shows that use a common premise to uniquely examine the superhuman phenomenon. Netflix's The Umbrella Academy is based on a graphic novel written by Gerard Way in 2007 and 2008, while Misfits is a series that ran for five seasons in the UK beginning in 2009.
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Each became massively popular because the eccentric characters and wacky plots resonated with fans, and while the scope and budget of each are quite distinct, their commonalities are present enough to ensure that if viewers become a fan of one, they'll probably become a fan of the other. Exploring their similarities and differences allows fans to appreciate what makes each so special.
Related: 10 Shows To Watch If You Miss The Magicians
Each became massively popular because the eccentric characters and wacky plots resonated with fans, and while the scope and budget of each are quite distinct, their commonalities are present enough to ensure that if viewers become a fan of one, they'll probably become a fan of the other. Exploring their similarities and differences allows fans to appreciate what makes each so special.
- 9/6/2020
- ScreenRant
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