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Going All the Way

1997·Movie
1h 50min·R
47
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Nostalgic and romantic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Nostalgia8
  • Romance7
  • Coming of Age7

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

History, everyday modern life, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

In love and life there's only one way to go.

Korean War--era veterans and ex-classmates "Gunner" Casselman and "Sonny" Burns reunite upon their return home. Gunner, who spent the war years abroad, is trying to convince his mother that his gal Marty is good enough for him, while Sonny, who was stationed stateside, is torn between loyal Buddy and tempting Gale Ann. As they commiserate, the men realize that they're outgrowing the lives they lived before the war.
Post-War Drama1950s AmericanaComing-of-Age StoryMale FriendshipRomantic EntanglementsSocietal ExpectationsCharacter StudyNostalgic MoodLife Transitions

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Going All the Way legally?

Going All the Way 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 Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. 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 Going All the Way worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 65%, and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Going All the Way rated?

RSexual contentStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.

How long is Going All the Way?

1 h 50 min

Going All the Way runs 1 h 50 min.

Is Going All the Way based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Going All the Way?

Critics61
Audiences42

Not quite. Critics rate Going All the Way higher (61) than audiences (42). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Going All the Way in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Going All the Way?

6ATCACHDEPLUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Going All the Way in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.