On Thin Ice

2003·Movie
1h 26min
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes–63%

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On Thin Ice fingerprint

Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Violence6

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, society, and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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You need an uplifting mood

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About

Patsy McCartle is a widow with two sons trying to gather all the money she has to pay for her car, bills, and her son's medication, all of which she can barely afford. She turns to dealing drugs and becomes addicted to crystal meth.
Drug AddictionPovertyFamily StrugglesSocial CommentaryCrime DramaMethamphetamineBleakDesperationCharacter Study

Crew

Directed by:
David Attwood
Written by:
Wesley Bishop
Produced by:
Diane Keaton, Wesley Bishop, Scott W. Anderson
Composed by:
John Altman, Rosey

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream On Thin Ice legally?

PrimePeacockThe RokuAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsPeacock Premium+Tubi TV

On Thin Ice is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is On Thin Ice worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is On Thin Ice rated?

Drug useViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: drug use, violence, and strong language.

How long is On Thin Ice?

1 h 26 min

On Thin Ice runs 1 h 26 min.

What language is On Thin Ice in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch On Thin Ice?

6GBITSMUSVAES

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for On Thin Ice in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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