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The Gangster

2012·Movie
1h 54min
IMDb6.3Rotten Tomatoes–62%

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The Gangster fingerprint

Relentless energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and brutally violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Crime, society, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography and sound design

  • Cinematography8
  • Sound Centrality8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

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About

Thugs, hooligans, crooks, warriors or men. It's the courage that counts.

Set in 1950s and '60s Bangkok, this Thai crime drama tells the tale of Jod, a promising young gangster moving through the ranks of the city's mafia.
Thai Gangster FilmGritty Crime DramaPost-Coup SettingRedemption StorySocial & Political CritiqueBrutal RealismCharacter-Driven NarrativeIntense TensionUrban Underworld

Crew

Directed by:
Kongkiat Khomsiri, Sukanya Vongsthapat
Written by:
Kongkiat Khomsiri, Kongkiat Khomsiri
Produced by:
Prachya Pinkaew, Somsak Techaratanaprasert, Sukanya Vongsthapat
Composed by:
Wutticha Kuanium, Kanisorn Phuangjeen

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Gangster legally?

PrimefuboTVPhiloThe RokuHooplaFandango at Home FreePluto TVPlex

The Gangster is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Gangster worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Gangster rated?

ViolenceStrong languageSexual content

Content advisories: violence, strong language, and sexual content.

How long is The Gangster?

1 h 54 min

The Gangster runs 1 h 54 min.

What language is The Gangster in?

Thai

It was made in Thai. Produced in Thailand.

In how many countries can I watch The Gangster?

4CAESTHUS

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