New Tricks

For 'New Tricks', a Crime Drama, audience emotional responses are heavily influenced by the blend of solving cold cases and the personal lives of the aging detectives. **Empathy** is high, driven by the team's individual struggles (Jack's grief, Brian's issues) and the often tragic nature of the unsolved crimes. This leads to significant feelings of **Sadness** and **Melancholy**, reflecting the passage of time and the personal baggage carried by the characters. The crime-solving aspect generates **Anxiety** and **Anger** towards perpetrators, while the clash between old-school policing and modern methods, coupled with the characters' eccentricities, provides a strong undercurrent of **Humor** and **Nostalgia**. **Curiosity** and **Anticipation** are key as the audience follows the investigation, culminating in **Satisfaction** and **Relief** when cases are finally closed.