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U.S. Marshals

1998·Movie
2h 11min·PG-13
IMDb6.6Metacritic476.6Rotten Tomatoes31%53%

Where to watch

Philo

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U.S. Marshals fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Breakneck and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

The cop who won't stop is back. But this time he's chasing down a lot more than a fugitive.

U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard is accompanying a plane load of convicts from Chicago to New York. The plane crashes spectacularly, and Mark Sheridan escapes. But when Diplomatic Security Agent John Royce is assigned to help Gerard recapture Sheridan, it becomes clear that Sheridan is more than just another murderer.
Action ThrillerConspiracyCat and Mouse GameEscapist EntertainmentSuspensefulMysteryPolitical IntrigueLaw Enforcement

Crew

Directed by:
Stuart Baird, Gary Davis, Vincent Lascoumes
Written by:
Roy Huggins, John Pogue
Produced by:
Roy Huggins, Cathy Sandrich Gelfond, Amanda Mackey
Composed by:
Jerry Goldsmith, Jerry Goldsmith, Steve Mann

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Questions about U.S. Marshals

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Where can I stream U.S. Marshals legally?

Philo

U.S. Marshals is included with a subscription to Philo 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 U.S. Marshals worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 31%, and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is U.S. Marshals rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is U.S. Marshals?

2 h 11 min

U.S. Marshals runs 2 h 11 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on U.S. Marshals?

Critics39
Audiences62

Not quite. Audiences rate U.S. Marshals higher (62) than critics (39). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was U.S. Marshals a box office hit?

Budget$60 million
Box office$102 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $60 million to make and earned $102 million worldwide, 1.7 times its budget.

What language is U.S. Marshals in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch U.S. Marshals?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for U.S. Marshals in 80 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does U.S. Marshals use?

I Will Only Slow You DownKarma HoudiniPapa WolfBlunder-Correcting ImpulseIt Works Better with BulletsMissed Him by That MuchChekhov's GunSequel EscalationOh, No... Not Again!Flashed-Badge HijackGoofy SuitI Have Many Namesand 43 more

TV Tropes lists 55 storytelling tropes for U.S. Marshals, including I Will Only Slow You Down, Karma Houdini, Papa Wolf.