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Bottle Shock

2008·Movie
1h 50min·PG-13
57
DecentGoodWatch score

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Strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle5
  • Tension4

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Romance7

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Satire & Parody4

World

History, a real life story, and show business

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

Based on a true story of love, victory, and fermentation

Paris-based wine expert Steven Spurrier heads to California in search of cheap wine that he can use for a blind taste test in the French capital. Stumbling upon the Napa Valley, the stuck-up Englishman is shocked to discover a winery turning out top-notch chardonnay. Determined to make a name for himself, he sets about getting the booze back to Paris.
American Viticulture HistoryFeel-Good Underdog StoryNapa ValleyWine Tasting CompetitionBased on a True StoryCharming & Heartwarming1970s CaliforniaShowbizDavid vs. Goliath

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Bottle Shock legally?

Bottle Shock is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Peacock, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Hoopla. 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 Bottle Shock worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 48%, and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bottle Shock rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Bottle Shock?

1 h 50 min

Bottle Shock runs 1 h 50 min.

Is Bottle Shock based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Bottle Shock?

Critics52
Audiences63

Not quite. Audiences rate Bottle Shock higher (63) than critics (52). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Bottle Shock a box office hit?

Budget$5 million
Box office$4 million

No. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $4 million worldwide, 81% of its budget.

What language is Bottle Shock in?

EnglishFrenchGerman

It was made in English, with some French, German. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Bottle Shock?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bottle Shock in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bottle Shock use?

DramedyWine Is ClassyShow Some LegBoxing LessonQuintessential British GentlemanBrand Names Are BetterSexy Soaked ShirtDavid Versus GoliathStealth InsultForegone ConclusionThe Alleged CarTitle Dropand 10 more

TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for Bottle Shock, including Dramedy, Wine Is Classy, Show Some Leg.