Scorpion
Scorpion

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Scorpion

2014
Movie
11 min
English

The last two members of an organized crime dynasty meet up the night after their entire crew was killed on a job that went wrong.

Insights

IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes44%
Metacritic50/100
Google Users80%
Director: Not Applicable (TV Series)Genres: Drama, Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Scorpion is a drama series inspired by the life of computer prodigy Walter O'Brien. He assembles a team of brilliant but socially awkward specialists to work for the Department of Homeland Security. Together, they tackle complex, high-tech global threats, often clashing with conventional methods while navigating their own personal challenges and relationships.

Critical Reception

Scorpion generally received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its fast-paced action and the chemistry among the cast. However, some found the plots to be formulaic and the scientific explanations to be overly simplified or unrealistic. Audience reception was stronger, with many viewers enjoying the show's blend of intelligence, humor, and thrilling scenarios.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic pace and appealing ensemble cast.

  • Criticized for relying on improbable plots and pseudo-science.

  • Found to be an entertaining, if sometimes cheesy, procedural drama.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the show's core concept of a team of geniuses solving crimes, finding it engaging and fun. The character dynamics and problem-solving aspects were frequently highlighted as positives, though some noted the show could be predictable.

Fun Fact

The real Walter O'Brien, upon whom the character Toby Curtis is loosely based, claims to have an IQ of 197, which is exceptionally high and was a key element in the show's premise.

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