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The Story of Us

1999·Movie
1h 36min·R
45
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, striking style, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Romantic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Romance8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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Can a marriage survive 15 years of marriage?

After 15 years of marriage, Katie and her husband, Ben, have grown apart. While they keep up the facade of having a contented marriage, mostly to not worry their children, they aren't happy together and argue frequently. While the kids are away at camp, Katie and Ben decide to separate and try to reassess their relationship to see if they should stay together or split up for good. 
Marriage StrugglesRelationship DramaEmotional StorytellingFamily ConflictRealistic PortrayalMature ThemesIntimate MomentsCharacter-Driven

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Story of Us

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Story of Us legally?

You can 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 Story of Us worth watching?

45
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 26%, and Metacritic 37). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Story of Us rated?

RSexual contentStrong language

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

How long is The Story of Us?

1 h 36 min

The Story of Us runs 1 h 36 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Story of Us?

Critics32
Audiences58

Not quite. Audiences rate The Story of Us higher (58) than critics (32). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Story of Us a box office hit?

Budget$50 million
Box office$59 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $50 million to make and earned $59 million worldwide, 1.2 times its budget.

What language is The Story of Us in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Story of Us?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Story of Us in 33 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.