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Warlock

1989·Movie
1h 43min·R
IMDb6.2Metacritic446.6Rotten Tomatoes56%48%

Where to watch

PrimeThe RokuFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with Ads

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wonder6
  • Hopefulness5
  • Nostalgia5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Fantasy

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Satan also has one son.

In 17th century New England, witch hunter Giles Redferne captures an evil warlock, but the conjurer eludes death with supernatural help. Flung into the future, the warlock winds up in the 1980s and plans to bring about the end of the world. Redferne follows the enchanter into the modern era and continues his mission, but runs into trouble in such unfamiliar surroundings. With the help of a young woman, can Redferne finally defeat the warlock?
Dark FantasyWitchcraftTime TravelSupernatural HorrorGood vs EvilMedieval vs ModernAction-PackedOccult Themes

Crew

Directed by:
Steve Miner, David R. Ellis, Matt Earl Beesley
Written by:
David Twohy
Produced by:
Steve Miner, Barbara Harris, Brian Yuzna
Composed by:
Jerry Goldsmith, Gregg Rudloff, Dane A. Davis

Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream Warlock legally?

PrimeThe RokuFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsMovieSphere+Tubi TVAmazon MX Player

Warlock 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 Fandango at Home Free, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. 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 Warlock worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 56%, and Metacritic 44). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Warlock rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

How long is Warlock?

1 h 43 min

Warlock runs 1 h 43 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Warlock?

Critics50
Audiences59

Not quite. Audiences rate Warlock higher (59) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Warlock a box office hit?

Budget$7 million
Box office$9 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $7 million to make and earned $9 million worldwide, 1.3 times its budget.

What language is Warlock in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Warlock?

4CAGBKRUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Warlock in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Warlock use?

Sacred LanguageThe AntichristSalt SolutionDeliberate Values DissonanceUnexpectedly Real MagicOutgrown Such Silly SuperstitionsBullying a DragonDeadpan SnarkerFamily-Unfriendly ViolenceFinger-Snap LighterGreasy SpoonKilled Offscreenand 114 more

TV Tropes lists 126 storytelling tropes for Warlock, including Sacred Language, The Antichrist, Salt Solution.