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The Presidio

1988·Movie
1h 37min·R
44
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb6.0Metacritic316.4Rotten Tomatoes41%33%
IMDb6.0Metacritic316.4Rotten Tomatoes41%33%

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High energy, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness5
  • Family Dynamics5
  • Romance4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Narrative Structure7
  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

He didn't want to share the murder investigation. There's no way he's going to share his daughter.

Jay Austin is now a civilian police detective. Colonel Caldwell was his commanding officer years before when he left the military police over a disagreement over the handling of a drunk driver. Now a series of murders that cross jurisdictions force them to work together again. That Austin is now dating Caldwell's daughter is not helping their relationship.
Buddy Cop ActionSan Francisco SettingMilitary PoliceJurisdictional ConflictFamily Drama80s Action MovieCrime InvestigationTense ConfrontationsPolice Procedural

Crew

Directed by:
Peter Hyams, Alan B. Curtiss, Julie Pitkanen
Written by:
Larry Ferguson
Produced by:
Jane Jenkins, Janet Hirshenson, Nancy Hayes
Composed by:
Mark McKenzie, Beth Sterner, Bruce Broughton

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Presidio

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Presidio legally?

fuboTVMGM+Philo

The Presidio is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ 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 The Presidio worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 41%, and Metacritic 31). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Presidio rated?

RViolenceStrong language

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

How long is The Presidio?

1 h 37 min

The Presidio runs 1 h 37 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Presidio?

Critics36
Audiences52

Not quite. Audiences rate The Presidio higher (52) than critics (36). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Presidio in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Presidio?

51ARATAUBEBGBOBRBZCACHCLCOCRCY+37

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Presidio in 51 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Presidio use?

Artistic LicenseSoft GlassPre-Mortem One-LinerImmigrant PatriotismStrange Minds Think AlikeBullying a DragonPut Down Your Gun and Step AwayA-Team FiringThe General's DaughterRetired BadassHidden in Plain SightBottomless Magazinesand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for The Presidio, including Artistic License, Soft Glass, Pre-Mortem One-Liner.