Apple TVBerlin Station (2016)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.1
Overview
A contemporary spy series that follows Daniel Miller, an undercover agent at the CIA station in Berlin, Germany.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Islam: Negative
Overview
A contemporary spy series that follows Daniel Miller, an undercover agent at the CIA station in Berlin, Germany.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The series consistently explores the ethical grey areas of intelligence operations and government secrecy, presenting nuanced critiques of methods and policies without explicitly promoting a specific progressive or conservative ideology as a solution. Its focus on moral dilemmas within the system, rather than a systemic ideological critique, leads to a neutral rating.
The series incorporates visible diversity within its ensemble cast, featuring a range of backgrounds in various roles. The narrative primarily centers on espionage and political intrigue, maintaining a neutral or positive framing of traditional identities without explicit critique.
Secondary
Berlin Station features a bisexual protagonist, Daniel Miller, whose relationships with both men and women are depicted with dignity and complexity. His sexual orientation is integrated naturally into his character and the narrative, avoiding stereotypes or negative framing. The portrayal is respectful and affirming, contributing positively to LGBTQ+ representation.
The series frequently portrays extremist groups claiming Islamic motivations as primary antagonists, depicting their actions as violent and dangerous. While the show condemns extremism, the consistent association of Islam with these problematic elements, without significant counterbalancing positive portrayals, frames the religion negatively.
Female characters in Berlin Station, such as Valerie Edwards and April Lewis, primarily operate in intelligence and strategic roles. While they are involved in high-stakes situations, the series does not depict them winning close-quarters physical combat against one or more male opponents.
Berlin Station is an original spy thriller series. Its characters were created specifically for the show and do not have prior canonical, historical, or widely established genders from source material or previous installments. Therefore, no gender swaps occur.
Berlin Station is an original spy thriller series. All characters were created for the show, meaning there is no prior source material, historical record, or previous adaptation to establish a canonical race for any character. Therefore, no race swap can occur.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.6
7.2
Critic Ratings
N/A
6.5
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