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This Is It

2009·Movie
1h 51min·PG
75
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2Metacritic677.8Rotten Tomatoes81%82%

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A , documentary: , but never childish, .

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Like You've Never Seen Him Before

A compilation of interviews, rehearsals and backstage footage of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his series of sold-out shows in London.
Michael JacksonBehind the ScenesMusical DocumentaryPop Culture IconConcert FilmNostalgiaMusic FocusedTributeWholesome

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Directed by:
Kenny Ortega
Written by:
Michael Jackson, Kenny Ortega
Produced by:
Kenny Ortega, Frank DiLeo, John Branca
Composed by:
Michael Bearden

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about This Is It

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream This Is It legally?

The RokuYouTube TVSundance NowTubi TVSony Pictures Core

This Is It is included with a subscription to YouTube TV and Sundance Now in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. 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 This Is It worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is This Is It rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is This Is It?

1 h 51 min

This Is It runs 1 h 51 min.

Will This Is It make me laugh?

Serious

No. It plays it straight.

Is This Is It plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Both, in balance. It gives its characters as much weight as its plot.

Can I half-watch This Is It?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes. It's easy to follow.

Is This Is It good for date night?

and 6 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes. Our viewing guide lists it for date night. Romance plays a supporting part.

Will This Is It scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

No.

Will I feel good after watching This Is It?

BleakHopeful

Yes. It's an uplifting movie that leaves you hopeful.

Is This Is It based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on This Is It?

Critics74
Audiences77

Yes. Critics average 74 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see This Is It much the same way.

Was This Is It a box office hit?

Budget$60 million
Box office$261 million

Yes. It cost about $60 million to make and earned $261 million worldwide, 4.4 times its budget.

What language is This Is It in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch This Is It?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for This Is It in 100 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does This Is It use?

Second Verse CurseWillfully WeakShow StopperGreen AesopGem-EncrustedGiant SpiderBowdlerizeStock FootagePosthumous CollaborationFaceless MooksThe StingerBait-and-Switch Commentand 7 more

TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for This Is It, including Second Verse Curse, Willfully Weak, Show Stopper.