7.5
Where can I stream The Best Two Years legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for The Best Two Years in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
The Best Two Years fingerprint
Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor4
World
Faith and meaning and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
- Dialogue Quality6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
The Best Two Years is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowFaith and meaning and everyday modern life
Its world is built around faith and meaning and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
Every moment counts.
Two pairs of Mormon missionaries from America live in a beaten-up apartment in the Dutch city of Haarlem. Their personalities are distinctly different. Elder Johnson is the District Leader and oversees their efforts. His companion, the vain Elder Van Pelt, seeks to become the assistant to the mission president (the top post available) as soon as possible. The capable Elder Rogers has become disillusioned and inattentive to his duties ever since a previous missionary companion returned to America and married Elder Roger's girlfriend. The three meet Elder Roger's new companion, Elder Calhoun, in the train station. This new elder is a nerdy but enthusiastic "greenie" that has just arrived from the Missionary Training Center (MTC) in Utah. Unfortunately, his training did not give him much fluency in the Dutch language. But as luck would have it, the first person he approaches to proselytize is a fellow American named Kyle.
Mormon MissionariesComing-of-AgeFaith and DoubtCross-CulturalHuman ConnectionSituational ComedyHope and RedemptionCharacter-Driven
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like The Best Two Years
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: The Best Two Years
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with The Best Two Years
The Best Two Years2004
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Keeping the Faith (2000)Karwaan (2018)The Bishop's Wife (1947)Raajakumara (2017)The Meddler (2016)Thiruchitrambalam (2022)Mostly Martha (2001)Rental Family (2025)Oh, God! (1977)Lilies of the Field (1963)People, Places, Things (2015)Hum Saath Saath Hain (1999)Our Little Sister (2015)Pagglait (2021)TVF Tripling (2016)Paterson (2016)My Favourite Cake (2024)I'll See You in My Dreams (2015)Italian for Beginners (2000)It Could Happen to You (1994)Afterlife of the Party (2021)The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (2024)Vivah (2006)Parenthood (2010)Chances Are (1989)Shubh Mangal Saavdhan (2017)777 Charlie (2022)Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. (2023)On Golden Pond (1981)Pardes (1997)St. Vincent (2014)Stuck in Love (2013)Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan (2025)What's Love Got to Do with It? (2023)Shirley Valentine (1989)Dolphin Tale (2011)The Life Ahead (2020)Ustad Hotel (2012)Together Together (2021)Hospital Playlist (2020)Under the Tuscan Sun (2003)7th Heaven (1996)This Christmas (2007)The Color of Paradise (1999)The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014)Loose Cannons (2010)Somebody Somewhere (2022)Ante... Sundaraniki! (2022)Simple Simon (2010)What We Did on Our Holiday (2014)Lemonade (2015)Dan in Real Life (2007)Junebug (2005)Departures (2008)Terms of Endearment (1983)Modern Love Mumbai (2022)The Case for Christ (2017)Everwood (2002)Tourist Family (2025)Colin from Accounts (2022)The Way Way Back (2013)Rent-a-Girlfriend (2020)Queen (2014)People We Meet on Vacation (2026)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about The Best Two Years
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Best Two Years worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 73%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Best Two Years rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is The Best Two Years?
1 h 52 min
The Best Two Years runs 1 h 52 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Best Two Years?
Critics73
Audiences84
Not quite. Audiences rate The Best Two Years higher (84) than critics (73). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was The Best Two Years a box office hit?
Budget$400,000
Box office$1 million
Yes. It cost about $400,000 to make and earned $1 million worldwide, 2.9 times its budget.
What language is The Best Two Years in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Best Two Years use?
Cue CardBlatant LiesAmbiguously GayFour-Temperament EnsembleEarly-Bird Cameo"Dear John" LetterArmor-Piercing QuestionNerd GlassesFailure MontageDarker and EdgierMisplaced RetributionNo Antagonistand 32 more
TV Tropes lists 44 storytelling tropes for The Best Two Years, including Cue Card, Blatant Lies, Ambiguously Gay.