Jack

2004·Movie
1h 44min·NR
58
DecentGoodWatch score

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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Moving and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Growing up, family, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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About

She's coming apart, he's coming out. Raising your parents isn't easy.

Jack, in full puberty, not only has to deal with his parents' divorce, but also feels his world is falling apart when his dad tells him he is living with a man. He slowly comes to terms with his own feelings when the girl he has a crush on turn out to have a gay dad as well and his best friend's parents end up not having the perfect marriage Jack thought they had.
Coming-of-Age DramaFamily RelationshipsNavigating DivorceAdolescent StrugglesSexual Identity ExplorationEmotional GrowthSlice of LifeRelatable CharactersThoughtful & Tender

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Jack

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Where can I stream Jack legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Plex. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Jack worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Jack rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Jack?

1 h 44 min

Jack runs 1 h 44 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Jack?

Critics75
Audiences72

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see Jack much the same way.

What language is Jack in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Jack?

3GBGGUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Jack in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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