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Frank Capra: Mr. America

2023Movie1 h 33 minPG-13

Documentary
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7

A nostalgic, wholesome documentary movie about history and a real life story, with standout characters.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Story

Tells the story of how Frank Capra, a young and penniless immigrant, rose through the ranks of early Hollywood to become one of the Great American storytellers.

Feels like

  • Biographical Documentary
  • Classic Hollywood
  • Filmmaker Profile
  • American Cinema History
  • Inspiring Journey
  • Immigrant Story
  • Cultural Impact
  • Director's Legacy
  • Golden Age of Film
  • Social Themes

Cast

6 of 6

Crew

Directed by
Matthew Wells
Written by
Matthew Wells
Produced by
Nick Varley
Music by
Roly Witherow

Everyone

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Facts

September 1, 2023 · 1 h 33 min · PG-13

Released
September 1, 2023
Runtime
1 h 33 min
Age rating
PG-13
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Budget
$500,000
Available in
75 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Frank Capra: Mr. America?"

Questions about Frank Capra: Mr. America

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Where can I stream Frank Capra: Mr. America?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Frank Capra: Mr. America from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. It streams in 3 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Frank Capra: Mr. America worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.7).

Is Frank Capra: Mr. America okay for kids?

PG-13

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Frank Capra: Mr. America plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Will I feel good after watching Frank Capra: Mr. America?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.