TV series

Wings

1977–1978 · 2 seasons

A somber, historically detailed war drama that immerses you in the perilous and class-ridden world of early military aviation.

Overview: The trials and tribulations of a daring group of young pilots in the Royal Flying Corps as they prepare for battle in World War I. The lead character joins the RFC without being the right class for some of his fellow pilots.
How it feels: Dark, melancholic, tense and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.
About: War, class, survival, betrayal
Content: Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.
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Full breakdown

Tone: darkstrength 2 of 3
melancholicstrength 2 of 3
tensestrength 2 of 3
earneststrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: war
class
survival
betrayal
death
Places: military
countryside
home
Era: period
Audience: adult
Form: serialised
Content intensity: Gore mild
Language mild
Violence strong
Sex mild