Gauntlet
6.8
Gauntlet fingerprint
High energy, striking style.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Hopeful
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness7
- Coming of Age7
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
World
Games, fantasy, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Gauntlet is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumGames, fantasy, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around games, fantasy, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Gaming9Video games and game culture.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
4 Levels. 3 Lives. 1 Chance.
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Questions about Gauntlet
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Gauntlet worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 75%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Gauntlet rated?
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Gauntlet?
1 h 59 min
Gauntlet runs 1 h 59 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Gauntlet?
Not quite. Critics rate Gauntlet higher (75) than audiences (61). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Gauntlet in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Gauntlet?
+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Gauntlet in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.