Bosco

2024·Movie
1h 39min
68
GoodGoodWatch score

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Bosco fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Tension7

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6
  • Romance5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Based on the true story of Quawntay “Bosco” Adams. Sentenced to 35 years for attempted possession of marijuana, Adams miraculously escaped from a Federal maximum-security prison while under 24-hour surveillance in solitary confinement with the help of an older woman he met through a lonely-hearts ad.
Biographical ThrillerPrison EscapeBased on True StorySolitary ConfinementUnder SurveillanceFederal Maximum SecurityRomanceIntrigue

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Bosco

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Where can I stream Bosco legally?

Bosco is included with a subscription to Peacock and Peacock Premium+ 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 Bosco worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 5.4, Rotten Tomatoes 71%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bosco rated?

Strong languageDrug use

Content advisories: strong language and drug use.

How long is Bosco?

1 h 39 min

Bosco runs 1 h 39 min.

Is Bosco based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Bosco?

Critics71
Audiences65

Yes. Critics average 71 and audiences 65 out of 100, so both groups see Bosco much the same way.

What language is Bosco in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Bosco?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bosco in 43 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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