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A , crime movie: , but gripping, .
Good for date night · friends night · drop-in friendly
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Seduction. Betrayal. Murder. Who’s conning who?
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Is The Grifters worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 86). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Grifters rated?
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.
How long is The Grifters?
1 h 50 min
The Grifters runs 1 h 50 min.
Will The Grifters make me laugh?
A little. The humor is mostly sharp wit and satire.
Is The Grifters plot-driven or character-driven?
Mostly character-driven. It leans on character depth and dialogue centrality more than on its plot.
Can I half-watch The Grifters?
Mostly, yes. It asks for some focus, but our viewing guide says you can drop in and out.
Is The Grifters good for date night?
Yes. Our viewing guide lists it for date night. Romance is a big part of it.
Will The Grifters scare me?
No.
Will I feel good after watching The Grifters?
Probably not. Its tone is bleak and sad.
Is The Grifters based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Grifters?
Not quite. Critics rate The Grifters higher (89) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Grifters in?
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Grifters?
+8GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Grifters in 22 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Grifters use?
TV Tropes lists 34 storytelling tropes for The Grifters, including Anachronism Stew, Batter Up!, Wrote the Book.