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January 6th
2022·Movie
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A , documentary: , but never gory, .
Good for friends night · party vibe · teens
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Rage. Anger. Shock. Fear. As the nation watched in disbelief, throngs of rioters descended on the capitol, and the people on the ground, mired in chaos, suddenly found their lives in jeopardy. From Nancy Pelosi, to Liz Cheney, to Steven Sund, D.C. Police Chief, more than 50 senators, representatives, staffers and police officers share their firsthand experience, in a minute-by-minute account of the infamous January 6th insurrection.
January 6th InsurrectionDocumentaryHistorical AccountPolitical ChaosEye-Witness AccountsIntenseViolentSocial Commentary
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Is January 6th worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is January 6th rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is January 6th?
2 h 30 min
January 6th runs 2 h 30 min.
Will January 6th make me laugh?
A touch
Not really. Humor is rare. The humor is mostly dark humor.
Is January 6th plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly plot-driven. Intrigue and spectacle carry it more than its characters do.
Can I half-watch January 6th?
Easy watchDemanding
Better with focus. It asks for some attention to follow.
Is January 6th good for date night?
AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchTeens
Not really. Our viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.
Will January 6th scare me?
Not scaryTerrifying
No.
Will I feel good after watching January 6th?
BleakHopeful
Probably not. Its tone is bleak.
Is January 6th based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on January 6th?
Critics100
Audiences54
Not quite. Critics rate January 6th higher (100) than audiences (54). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is January 6th in?
EnglishFrench
It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch January 6th?
51
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