6.6
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True Crime fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
True Crime is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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An innocent man has only 12 hours to live...
Boozer, skirt chaser, careless father. You could create your own list of reporter Steve Everett's faults but there's no time. A San Quentin Death Row prisoner is slated to die at midnight – a man Everett has suddenly realized is innocent.
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Questions about True Crime
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is True Crime worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 59%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is True Crime rated?
RStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is True Crime?
2 h 7 min
True Crime runs 2 h 7 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on True Crime?
Critics62
Audiences62
Yes. Critics average 62 and audiences 62 out of 100, so both groups see True Crime much the same way.
Was True Crime a box office hit?
Budget$55 million
Box office$17 million
No. It cost about $55 million to make and earned $17 million worldwide, 30% of its budget.
What language is True Crime in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch True Crime?
76
+62
+62GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for True Crime in 76 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does True Crime use?
My Greatest Second ChanceWhen the Clock Strikes TwelveWhite Man's BurdenRace Against the ClockMiscarriage of JusticeExtremely Short TimespanDrives Like CrazyLast-Minute ReprieveHollywood Atheist"Eureka!" MomentParental NeglectDa Editorand 19 more
TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for True Crime, including My Greatest Second Chance, When the Clock Strikes Twelve, White Man's Burden.