Palmer

1991·Movie
1h 18min
75
GreatGoodWatch score

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Strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Violence4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor5

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Eddie Palmer attempts to run a private investigation bureau while coping with eccentric staff, an acrimonious divorce and a wayward daughter.
Private InvestigatorDivorceEccentric CharactersMysteryCrimeFamily DynamicsPsychologicalContemporary Realism

Crew

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Palmer

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Where can I stream Palmer legally?

Palmer 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 Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Palmer worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Palmer rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Palmer?

1 h 18 min

Palmer runs 1 h 18 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Palmer?

Critics80
Audiences61

Not quite. Critics rate Palmer higher (80) than audiences (61). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Palmer in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch Palmer?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Palmer in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Palmer use?

In Touch with His Feminine Side"Well Done, Son" GuyHot TeacherWhat Happened to the Mouse?Like a Son to MeWould Hurt a ChildDoes This Remind You of Anything?Please, Don't Leave MeBerserk ButtonCool TeacherCelebrity StarThe Dreaded Pretend Tea-Partyand 7 more

TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for Palmer, including In Touch with His Feminine Side, "Well Done, Son" Guy, Hot Teacher.

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