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Tombstone

1993·Movie
2h 10min·R
IMDb7.8Metacritic507.6Rotten Tomatoes76%93%

Where to watch

PhiloMGM+BBC AmericaTubi TV

Links go to licensed services. Data from JustWatch and TMDB.

What's your score?

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Tombstone fingerprint

High energy, strong craft.

Energy

Spectacular and violent

  • Spectacle8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit

  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History, crime, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers you

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About

Every town has a story. Tombstone has a legend.

Legendary marshal Wyatt Earp, now a weary gunfighter, joins his brothers Morgan and Virgil to pursue their collective fortune in the thriving mining town of Tombstone. But Earp is forced to don a badge again and get help from his notorious pal Doc Holliday when a gang of renegade brigands and rustlers begins terrorizing the town.
Classic WesternHistorical ActionIconic CharactersQuotable DialogueLaw & Order ConflictGunfights & ShootoutsBrotherhoodRevenge PlotPeriod Epic

Crew

Directed by:
George P. Cosmatos, Terry Leonard, Vincent J. McEveety
Written by:
Kevin Jarre
Produced by:
John Fasano, James Jacks, Sean Daniel
Composed by:
Kevin O'Connell, Alicia Stevenson, Gary A. Hecker

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Tombstone

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Tombstone legally?

PhiloMGM+BBC AmericaTubi TV

Tombstone is included with a subscription to Philo, MGM+, and BBC America in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Tombstone worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 76%, and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tombstone rated?

RViolence

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

How long is Tombstone?

2 h 10 min

Tombstone runs 2 h 10 min.

Is Tombstone based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Tombstone?

Critics63
Audiences82

Not quite. Audiences rate Tombstone higher (82) than critics (63). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Tombstone a box office hit?

Budget$25 million
Box office$73 million

Yes. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $73 million worldwide, 2.9 times its budget.

What language is Tombstone in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Tombstone?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Tombstone in 68 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Tombstone use?

Parasol of PrettinessSmart People Know LatinBottomless MagazinesPlot ArmorDrugs Are BadWhat a DragCity SlickerEstablishing Character MomentCall-BackLarge HamCombat PragmatistMore Criminals Than Targetsand 182 more

TV Tropes lists 194 storytelling tropes for Tombstone, including Parasol of Prettiness, Smart People Know Latin, Bottomless Magazines.