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Eagle Eye

2008·Movie
1h 58min·PG-13
49
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Relentless energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Tension9
  • Fast Pace9

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Hopefulness4
  • Family Dynamics4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Technology, everyday modern life, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout editing, cinematography, and score

  • Editing9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

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About

If you want to live, you will obey.

Jerry Shaw and Rachel Holloman are two strangers whose lives are suddenly thrown into turmoil by a mysterious woman they have never met. Threatening their lives and family, the unseen caller uses everyday technology to control their actions and push them into increasing danger. As events escalate, Jerry and Rachel become the country's most-wanted fugitives and must figure out what is happening to them.
Sci-Fi ThrillerConspiracy ActionAI TakeoverFugitive ChaseHigh-Stakes IntrigueTechno-ParanoiaGovernment Cover-upRelentless PacingModern Surveillance

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Eagle Eye legally?

Eagle Eye is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. 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 Eagle Eye worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 27%, and Metacritic 43). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Eagle Eye rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Eagle Eye?

1 h 58 min

Eagle Eye runs 1 h 58 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Eagle Eye?

Critics35
Audiences63

Not quite. Audiences rate Eagle Eye higher (63) than critics (35). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Eagle Eye a box office hit?

Budget$80 million
Box office$179 million

Yes. It cost about $80 million to make and earned $179 million worldwide, 2.2 times its budget.

What language is Eagle Eye in?

English

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

In how many countries can I watch Eagle Eye?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Eagle Eye in 85 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Eagle Eye use?

Zeroth Law RebellionCowboy CopPosthumous CharacterThe ChessmasterAttack DroneRobo-CamAge-Gap RomanceA.I.'s AgentReasonable Authority FigureGambit RouletteShout-OutExtremely Short Timespanand 55 more

TV Tropes lists 67 storytelling tropes for Eagle Eye, including Zeroth Law Rebellion, Cowboy Cop, Posthumous Character.