The Relic

1997·Movie
1h 50min·R
IMDb5.8Metacritic557.3Rotten Tomatoes38%34%

Where to watch

Paramount+

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The Relic fingerprint

High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Tension7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wonder4
  • Pathos3
  • Melancholy2

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Mystery and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

They did the unthinkable. They brought it back.

A homicide detective teams up with an evolutionary biologist to hunt a giant creature that is killing people in a Chicago museum.
Monster HorrorMuseum SettingCreature FeatureHomicide InvestigationEvolutionary BiologyChicagoSuspensefulGore

Crew

Directed by:
Peter Hyams, Jack Frost Sanders, Barbara Thaxton
Written by:
Amanda Silver, Amy Holden Jones, Rick Jaffa
Produced by:
Mark Gordon, Barbara Harris, Gale Anne Hurd
Composed by:
John Debney, John Debney, Ken Dufva

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Relic

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Relic legally?

Paramount+

The Relic is included with a subscription to Paramount+ 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 The Relic worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 38%, and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Relic rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

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

How long is The Relic?

1 h 50 min

The Relic runs 1 h 50 min.

Is The Relic based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Relic?

Critics47
Audiences55

Not quite. Audiences rate The Relic higher (55) than critics (47). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Relic a box office hit?

Budget$60 million
Box office$34 million

No. It cost about $60 million to make and earned $34 million worldwide, 57% of its budget.

What language is The Relic in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Germany, Japan, United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Relic?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Relic in 20 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Relic use?

Dive Under the ExplosionRage Against the ReflectionHorror HungerBuxom Beauty StandardCan't Get Away with Nuthin'Failed a Spot CheckKill It with FireConfining DefensesMisplaced WildlifeAnimalistic AbominationAdaptational HeroismObscured Special Effectsand 88 more

TV Tropes lists 100 storytelling tropes for The Relic, including Dive Under the Explosion, Rage Against the Reflection, Horror Hunger.

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