Vienna Blood, set in early 1900s Vienna, largely emphasizes character skill and classic detective work over identity. Diverse casting is minimal, and most leads fit historical profiles without obvious ideological shoehorning. Traditional narrative structure is mostly preserved, with psychology and culture providing depth rather than agenda-driven plot mechanics.

The show takes religion, tradition, and the era's social norms seriously for the most part. Some modern attitudes occasionally peek through in dialogue and subplot, but there isn't a heavy-handed attempt to mock or rewrite foundational Western values. Masculinity, faith, and family are consistent with the period, without much subversive messaging.

Alternative perspectives are represented, especially in relation to class, ethnicity, and religion, true to pre-WWI Vienna. There are moments where intolerance is made a bit simplistic, but villainous 'traditionalists' aren't the sole narrative device. The worldview isn't perfectly balanced, but it doesn't descend into total ideological sameness either.