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2002·Movie
1h 30min·PG-13
41
WeakGoodWatch score

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High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense and scary

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Scare8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos3
  • Melancholy3
  • Nostalgia3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Ambiguity6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Complexity7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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You scare easily

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About

First comes the warning. Then comes the mark. Then comes the terror.

A psychology student who experienced night terrors as a child must face the chilling realization that her nightmares were not all in her head.
Supernatural HorrorChildhood TraumaNight TerrorsParanormal MysteryPsychological ThrillerCreepy AtmosphereSupernatural EntityReality vs. Illusion

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about They

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream They legally?

They is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Paramount+, Philo, and MGM+ 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 They worth watching?

41
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 4.8 and Metacritic 31). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is They rated?

PG-13Disturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is They?

1 h 30 min

They runs 1 h 30 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on They?

Critics31
Audiences53

Not quite. Audiences rate They higher (53) than critics (31). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was They a box office hit?

Budget$17 million
Box office$13 million

No. It cost about $17 million to make and earned $13 million worldwide, 76% of its budget.

What language is They in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch They?

7ATBRCACHDENLUS

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

What tropes does They use?

Covers Always LieYou Can't Fight FateVomit Indiscretion ShotCoincidental BroadcastApocalyptic LogToo Dumb to LiveShower SceneStarts with a SuicideA Minor KidroductionRoom Full of CrazyLooks Like OrlokScreaming Womanand 16 more

TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for They, including Covers Always Lie, You Can't Fight Fate, Vomit Indiscretion Shot.