Jeremiah Johnson

1972·Movie
1h 48min·PG
83
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic897.3Rotten Tomatoes91%89%

Where to watch

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High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

History

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography9
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

Skip it if

You want fast pacing

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About

Some say he's dead...some say he never will be.

A mountain man who wishes to live the life of a hermit becomes the unwilling object of a long vendetta by Indians when he proves to be the match of their warriors in one-on-one combat on the early frontier.
Western EpicMan vs. NatureSurvival StoryIsolation & SolitudeNative American ConflictMountain Man LegendHistorical DramaVisually Stunning LandscapesRevenge Narrative

Crew

Directed by:
Sydney Pollack
Written by:
John Milius, Edward Anhalt, Vardis Fisher
Produced by:
Lynn Stalmaster, Joe Wizan
Composed by:
John Rubinstein, Tim McIntire, Josef von Stroheim

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Jeremiah Johnson

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Jeremiah Johnson legally?

The RokuKanopyFawesomeTubi TVHowdy

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, YouTube Free, and Fawesome. 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 Jeremiah Johnson worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 89). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Jeremiah Johnson rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Jeremiah Johnson?

1 h 48 min

Jeremiah Johnson runs 1 h 48 min.

Is Jeremiah Johnson based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Jeremiah Johnson?

Critics90
Audiences79

Not quite. Critics rate Jeremiah Johnson higher (90) than audiences (79). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Jeremiah Johnson a box office hit?

Budget$3 million
Box office$45 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $3 million to make and earned $45 million worldwide, 14.4 times its budget.

What language is Jeremiah Johnson in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Jeremiah Johnson?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Jeremiah Johnson in 57 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Jeremiah Johnson use?

Jerk with a Heart of GoldLet the Past BurnSand NecktieBiopicSoundtrack DissonanceScenery PornProud Warrior Race GuyDouble Don't KnowBilingual BonusShell-Shocked VeteranHunting the Most Dangerous GameEnemies Equals Greatnessand 24 more

TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Jeremiah Johnson, including Jerk with a Heart of Gold, Let the Past Burn, Sand Necktie.

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