The Ride

1997·Movie
1h 41min·PG
66
GoodGoodWatch score

Where to watch

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The Ride fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Romance5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Sports

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

A has-been cowboy is given a second chance at the hands of an unexpected teacher.
Cowboy RedemptionSports DramaFamily StoryUnderdogSecond ChanceInspirationalNostalgicWestern Theme

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Ride

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Ride legally?

The Ride is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Pure Flix, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Ride worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Ride rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Ride?

1 h 41 min

The Ride runs 1 h 41 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Ride?

Critics60
Audiences75

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

What language is The Ride in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Ride?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Ride in 52 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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