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Better Luck Tomorrow

2003·Movie
1h 41min·R
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Metacritic676.4Rotten Tomatoes81%79%

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A , crime movie: , but never scary, .

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

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Never underestimate an overachiever.

A group of over-achieving Asian-American high school seniors enjoy a power trip when they dip into extra-curricular criminal activities.
Crime DramaAsian-American ExperienceComing-of-AgePsychological ThrillerSuburban DisillusionmentMoral AmbiguityEnsemble CastSocial CommentaryDark Undertones

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Directed by:
Justin Lin, Donna Tina Charles, Josh Diamond
Written by:
Justin Lin, Ernesto Foronda, Fabian Marquez
Produced by:
Sung Kang, Justin Lin, Ernesto Foronda
Composed by:
Alexander Gruzdev, John Sanacore, Richard Partlow

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Better Luck Tomorrow

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Where can I stream Better Luck Tomorrow legally?

Hoopla

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Better Luck Tomorrow worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Better Luck Tomorrow rated?

RViolenceDrug useStrong language

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

How long is Better Luck Tomorrow?

1 h 41 min

Better Luck Tomorrow runs 1 h 41 min.

Will Better Luck Tomorrow make me laugh?

Light

A little. The humor is mostly dark humor and sharp wit.

Is Better Luck Tomorrow plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

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

Can I half-watch Better Luck Tomorrow?

Easy watchDemanding

Better with focus. It asks for some attention to follow.

Is Better Luck Tomorrow good for date night?

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeens

Not really. Our viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Will Better Luck Tomorrow scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

Barely. The scares are mild.

Will I feel good after watching Better Luck Tomorrow?

BleakHopeful

Probably not. Its tone is bleak.

Do critics and audiences agree on Better Luck Tomorrow?

Critics74
Audiences71

Yes. Critics average 74 and audiences 71 out of 100, so both groups see Better Luck Tomorrow much the same way.

Was Better Luck Tomorrow a box office hit?

Budget$250,000
Box office$4 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $250,000 to make and earned $4 million worldwide, 15.2 times its budget.

What language is Better Luck Tomorrow in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Better Luck Tomorrow?

7AUCAGBIENLNZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Better Luck Tomorrow in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Better Luck Tomorrow use?

New Year Has ComeInside JobTaking the HeatDeconstructionBungled SuicideDeath of the HypotenuseHigh-School HustlerBeware the Nice OnesKarma HoudiniMy God, What Have I Done?No AntagonistBadass Bikerand 27 more

TV Tropes lists 39 storytelling tropes for Better Luck Tomorrow, including New Year Has Come, Inside Job, Taking the Heat.