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Terror in the Family

1996·Movie
1h 26min
57
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace7
  • Violence7

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Pathos7
  • Coming of Age7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Family, everyday modern life, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion5
  • Ambiguity5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition5

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About

Fifteen-year-old Deena Marten wants the same freedom every teenager craves. But when she can't have her way, her rebellious temperament erupts in violence. Her parents, Cynthia and Todd, fear her new boyfriend, Garret, 17, is the cause. Distraught, Stephanie turns to alcohol, and Todd escapes in his work. They're unaware their Boy Scout son Adam, 13, sips from a vodka bottle hidden in his bedroom. And the problems in this dysfunctional family continue to worsen.
Dysfunctional Family DramaTroubled TeenDomestic TurmoilSuburban AngstPsychological TensionComing-of-Age StrugglesCrime and ViolenceSocial Commentary

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Terror in the Family legally?

Terror in the Family 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 Shout! Factory TV, YouTube Free, and Plex. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Terror in the Family worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Terror in the Family rated?

ViolenceDrug use

Content advisories: violence and drug use.

How long is Terror in the Family?

1 h 26 min

Terror in the Family runs 1 h 26 min.

What language is Terror in the Family in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Terror in the Family?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Terror in the Family in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.