Elsbeth places noticeable emphasis on character identity and social commentary, sometimes resulting in characters whose backgrounds or traits feel highlighted beyond organic storytelling needs. While not the most egregious example out there, some storylines lean into current social ideologies at the expense of depth or traditional procedural tension.

The show gently pokes fun at traditional values, often depicting older forms of authority or masculinity as either clueless or mildly obstructionist. While it isn’t a full-scale takedown, there’s certainly a vibe that the ‘new ways’ are morally or intellectually superior to the ‘old ways.’

Alternative or more traditional worldviews tend to be sidelined or presented through caricatured antagonists. The central values and assumptions of the main cast all orbit the same modern ideological core, leaving little genuine debate or diversity of thought on display.