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The Hurricane

1999·Movie
2h 26min·R
IMDb7.6Metacritic747.4Rotten Tomatoes82%87%

Where to watch

PrimeStarz

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The Hurricane fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Deeply moving and cathartic

  • Pathos9
  • Catharsis8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Dark Humor2

World

A real life story, everyday modern life, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

His greatest fight was for justice.

The story of Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, a boxer wrongly imprisoned for murder, and the people who aided in his fight to prove his innocence.
Biographical DramaWrongful ImprisonmentFight for JusticeSocial InjusticeInspirationalEmotionalBased on True EventsEngrossingCharacter-Driven

Crew

Directed by:
Norman Jewison, Samantha Armstrong
Written by:
Dan Gordon, Armyan Bernstein, Rubin 'Hurricane' Carter
Produced by:
Norman Jewison, Avy Kaufman, Robin D. Cook
Composed by:
Christopher Young

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Hurricane

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Hurricane legally?

PrimeStarz

The Hurricane is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free. 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 The Hurricane worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 82%, and Metacritic 74). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Hurricane rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How long is The Hurricane?

2 h 26 min

The Hurricane runs 2 h 26 min.

Is The Hurricane based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Hurricane?

Critics78
Audiences79

Yes. Critics average 78 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see The Hurricane much the same way.

Was The Hurricane a box office hit?

Budget$50 million
Box office$74 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $50 million to make and earned $74 million worldwide, 1.5 times its budget.

What language is The Hurricane in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Hurricane?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Hurricane in 48 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Hurricane use?

Actor AllusionAllegorical CharacterAmoral AttorneyArtistic License – HistoryBig "NO!"Clear My NameThe Corpse Stops HereReasonable Authority FigureWhite Man's BurdenScrew the Rules, I'm Doing What's Right!Historical Domain CharacterLuxury Prison Suiteand 2 more

TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for The Hurricane, including Actor Allusion, Allegorical Character, Amoral Attorney.