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Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger

2008·Movie
1h 19min
IMDb7.6Rotten Tomatoes100%92%

Where to watch

HBO Max

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Funny, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle5
  • Tension4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Family Dynamics5
  • Romance3

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and satire

  • Wit & Wordplay9
  • Satire & Parody8
  • Dark Humor8

World

Society, everyday modern life, and show business

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition3

Who it's for

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About

An HBO special edited from three performances from Chris Rock's 2008 comedy tour: London (dark suit, dark shirt), Johannesburg (black suit, white shirt) and New York (shiny jacket). Topics include the ongoing presidential campaign, the possibility of a black president, George W. Bush, gas prices, low-paid jobs, ringtones and bottled water, sex, relationships and the correct use of the n-word
Stand-Up ComedySharp Social CommentaryPolitical HumorObservational ComedyEdgy & ProvocativeDialogue-DrivenDark SatireChris Rock's Signature StyleContemporary Issues

Crew

Directed by:
Marty Callner
Written by:
Chris Rock

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger

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Where can I stream Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger legally?

HBO Max

Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger 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 Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger worth watching?

90
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 91/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger rated?

Strong languageSexual content

Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.

How long is Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger?

1 h 19 min

Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger runs 1 h 19 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger?

Critics100
Audiences84

Not quite. Critics rate Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger higher (100) than audiences (84). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger in 78 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.