Inside No. 9

Inside No. 9 elicits a complex range of emotions, primarily driven by its unique blend of 'high comedy' and 'claustrophobic horror'. Humor is paramount, often used to disarm the audience before plunging them into unsettling scenarios, leading to significant Fear, Anxiety, and a sense of the Disturbing. Surprise is a constant, with unpredictable twists and turns being a hallmark of the anthology. Joy and Happiness stem from the comedic elements, while Empathy and Sadness arise from the dramatic and often tragic fates of characters. Anticipation and Curiosity are high as viewers are drawn into each new, self-contained mystery, often leading to Disgust or Anger at the macabre or unjust outcomes inherent in its crime and drama elements.