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Watchmen

2009·Movie
2h 43min·R
67
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic567.9Rotten Tomatoes64%71%
IMDb7.6Metacritic567.9Rotten Tomatoes64%71%

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High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension8

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

Some satire and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4

World

Politics, society, and the future

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography, visual style, and editing

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography9
  • Visual Stylization9
  • Editing8

Who it's for

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About

Justice is coming to all of us. No matter what we do.

In a gritty and alternate 1985, the glory days of costumed vigilantes have been brought to a close by a government crackdown. But after one of the masked veterans is brutally murdered, an investigation into the killer is initiated. The reunited heroes set out to prevent their own destruction, but in doing so they uncover a sinister plot that puts all of humanity in grave danger.
Gritty Superhero DeconstructionNeo-Noir MysteryBleak & PhilosophicalViolent & StylizedAlternate History Sci-FiSocial & Political CommentaryCharacter-Driven Anti-HeroesVisually StrikingComplex NarrativeIntriguing Conspiracy

Crew

Directed by:
Zack Snyder, Martin Walters, Kimi Webber
Written by:
David Hayter, Dave Gibbons, Alex Tse
Produced by:
Deborah Snyder, Lawrence Gordon, Thomas Tull
Composed by:
Gary A. Hecker, Tyler Bates, Tyler Bates

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Watchmen

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Watchmen legally?

HBO Max

Watchmen is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. 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 Watchmen worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 64%, and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Watchmen rated?

RViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Watchmen?

2 h 43 min

Watchmen runs 2 h 43 min.

Is Watchmen based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on Watchmen?

Critics60
Audiences75

Not quite. Audiences rate Watchmen higher (75) than critics (60). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Watchmen a box office hit?

Budget$130 million
Box office$185 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $130 million to make and earned $185 million worldwide, 1.4 times its budget.

What language is Watchmen in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Watchmen?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Watchmen in 125 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Watchmen use?

Son of a WhoreAs You KnowCreator CameoSphere of DestructionScenery PornPrison RiotChekhov's GunReadings Are Off the ScaleRecutsBreak the Cutie"Last Supper" StealNarrating the Obviousand 185 more

TV Tropes lists 197 storytelling tropes for Watchmen, including Son of a Whore, As You Know, Creator Cameo.