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Congo

1995·Movie
1h 48min·PG-13
36
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.4Metacritic245.6Rotten Tomatoes24%30%
IMDb5.4Metacritic245.6Rotten Tomatoes24%30%

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High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Wonder5
  • Pathos3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Where you are the endangered species.

Eight people embark on an expedition into the Congo, a mysterious expanse of unexplored Africa, where human greed and the laws of nature have gone berserk.
Jungle Adventure ThrillerKiller Ape ActionExpedition into the UnknownSci-Fi Creature FeatureHigh-Tension SurvivalExploration of GreedFast-Paced & VisceralPrimate Horror1990s Action

Crew

Directed by:
Frank Marshall, M. James Arnett, Laura Nisbet Peters
Written by:
Michael Crichton, John Patrick Shanley
Produced by:
Frank Marshall, Kathleen Kennedy, Mike Fenton
Composed by:
Jerry Goldsmith, Jerry Goldsmith, Doug Hemphill

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Congo

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Congo legally?

fuboTVMGM+Paramount+Philo

Congo is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Paramount+, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Congo worth watching?

36
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 5.4, Rotten Tomatoes 24%, and Metacritic 24). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Congo rated?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Congo?

1 h 48 min

Congo runs 1 h 48 min.

Is Congo based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Congo?

Critics24
Audiences47

Not quite. Audiences rate Congo higher (47) than critics (24). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Congo a box office hit?

Budget$50 million
Box office$152 million

Yes. It cost about $50 million to make and earned $152 million worldwide, 3.0 times its budget.

What language is Congo in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Costa Rica.

In how many countries can I watch Congo?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Congo in 75 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Congo use?

Gone Horribly RightSacrificial LionChekhov's GunManiac MonkeysRed ShirtAwesome, but ImpracticalBig Damn HeroesBig "OMG!"Border CrossingBottomless MagazinesI Need a Freaking DrinkAdaptational Villainyand 113 more

TV Tropes lists 125 storytelling tropes for Congo, including Gone Horribly Right, Sacrificial Lion, Chekhov's Gun.