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Battle in Seattle

2007·Movie
1h 39min·R
IMDb6.6Metacritic547.4Rotten Tomatoes57%64%

Where to watch

fuboTVKanopyPlex

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Battle in Seattle fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

History, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue8
  • Complexity8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Six lives, six battles, one city.

Thousands of activists arrive in Seattle, Washington in masses to protest the WTO Ministerial Conference of 1999 (World Trade Organization). Although it began as a peaceful protest with a goal of stopping the WTO talks, it escalated into a full-scale riot and eventually, a State of Emergency that pitted protesters against the Seattle Police Department and the National Guard.
Historical DramaProtest & ActivismPolitical ConflictWTO ProtestsSocial JusticePolice BrutalitySeattle SettingClass Struggle

Crew

Directed by:
Stuart Townsend
Written by:
Stuart Townsend
Produced by:
Stuart Townsend, Sarah Halley Finn, Ashok Amritraj
Composed by:
Neil Davidge, Robert Del Naja

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Battle in Seattle

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Where can I stream Battle in Seattle legally?

fuboTVKanopyPlex

Battle in Seattle is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Battle in Seattle worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 57%, and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Battle in Seattle rated?

RViolenceStrong language

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

How long is Battle in Seattle?

1 h 39 min

Battle in Seattle runs 1 h 39 min.

Is Battle in Seattle based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Battle in Seattle?

Critics56
Audiences68

Not quite. Audiences rate Battle in Seattle higher (68) than critics (56). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Battle in Seattle a box office hit?

Budget$8 million
Box office$908,847

No. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $908,847 worldwide, 11% of its budget.

What language is Battle in Seattle in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Battle in Seattle?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Battle in Seattle in 23 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.