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Pushing Tin

1999·Movie
2h 4min·R
IMDb6.0Metacritic476.8Rotten Tomatoes48%42%

Where to watch

PrimeHoopla

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What's your score?

Your score

Pushing Tin fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance4
  • Pathos4
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy4

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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About

A comedy about losing control

Two air traffic controllers who thrive on living dangerously compete to outdo each other on several levels.
Air Traffic ControllersWorkplace RivalryFast-PacedComedic DramaEccentric CharactersHigh-Stress EnvironmentCharacter-DrivenStrong PerformancesContemporary Setting

Crew

Directed by:
Mike Newell, David Webb, Philip C. Pfeiffer
Written by:
Glen Charles, Les Charles
Produced by:
Ellen Chenoweth, Joseph Boccia, Art Linson
Composed by:
Anne Dudley, Tim Cavagin, Colin Miller

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Pushing Tin

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Pushing Tin legally?

PrimeHoopla

Pushing Tin is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. 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 Pushing Tin worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 48%, and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Pushing Tin rated?

RStrong language

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

How long is Pushing Tin?

2 h 4 min

Pushing Tin runs 2 h 4 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Pushing Tin?

Critics48
Audiences57

Not quite. Audiences rate Pushing Tin higher (57) than critics (48). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Pushing Tin a box office hit?

Budget$33 million
Box office$8 million

No. It cost about $33 million to make and earned $8 million worldwide, 25% of its budget.

What language is Pushing Tin in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Germany, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Pushing Tin?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pushing Tin in 70 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Pushing Tin use?

The AlcoholicMotor MouthBait-and-SwitchRight Behind MeVertigo EffectTeeth-Clenched TeamworkMacho Masochism

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Pushing Tin, including The Alcoholic, Motor Mouth, Bait-and-Switch.