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Rent: Filmed Live on Broadway

2008Movie2 h 45 min

DramaRomance
84
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1Rotten Tomatoes–94%

A deeply romantic, deeply moving drama movie about history and family, with standout score and direction.

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

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Story

Rent's final performance on Broadway.

Set in New York City's gritty East Village, the revolutionary rock opera RENT tells the story of a group of bohemians struggling to live and pay their rent. "Measuring their lives in love," these starving artists strive for success and acceptance while enduring the obstacles of poverty, illness and the AIDS epidemic.

Feels like

  • Rock Opera
  • Bohemian Lifestyle
  • AIDS Epidemic Drama
  • Love and Loss
  • Found Family
  • Socio-Economic Struggle
  • NYC East Village
  • Emotional Catharsis
  • Iconic Music

Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by
Michael John Warren
Written by
Jonathan Larson
Produced by
Jon Kamen, Justin Wilkes
Music by
Jonathan Larson

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Facts

November 21, 2008 · 2 h 45 min · Sexual Content, Strong Language, Drug Use, Suicide Themes, Disturbing Imagery

Released
November 21, 2008
Runtime
2 h 45 min
Content
Sexual Content, Strong Language, Drug Use, Suicide Themes, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Romance, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
76 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

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Where can I stream Rent: Filmed Live on Broadway?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Rent: Filmed Live on Broadway from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Rent: Filmed Live on Broadway worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84 (IMDb 8.1).

Is Rent: Filmed Live on Broadway good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 9 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Rent: Filmed Live on Broadway plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.