The Lucky Ones

2008·Movie
1h 53min·R
70
GoodGoodWatch score

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The Lucky Ones fingerprint

Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, family, and society

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

The story revolves around three soldiers — Colee, T.K. and Cheaver — who return from the Iraq War after suffering injuries and learn that life has moved on without them. They end up on an unexpected road trip across the U.S.
Post-War ReflectionAmerican HeartlandWounded VeteransRoad TripComing HomeFriendship and HealingContemporary DramaMelancholy Tone

Crew

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Lucky Ones

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Where can I stream The Lucky Ones legally?

The Lucky Ones is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Peacock, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. 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 The Lucky Ones worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Lucky Ones rated?

RStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is The Lucky Ones?

1 h 53 min

The Lucky Ones runs 1 h 53 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Lucky Ones?

Critics75
Audiences68

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 68 out of 100, so both groups see The Lucky Ones much the same way.

What language is The Lucky Ones in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Lucky Ones?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Lucky Ones in 21 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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