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Braveheart

1995·Movie
2h 58min·R
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.3Metacritic688.0Rotten Tomatoes74%85%

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A , war movie: , but never scary, .

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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About

Every man dies, not every man really lives.

Enraged at the slaughter of Murron, his new bride and childhood love, Scottish warrior William Wallace slays a platoon of the local English lord's soldiers. This leads the village to revolt and, eventually, the entire country to rise up against English rule.
Epic Historical War DramaNationalist Freedom StruggleVisceral Medieval CombatMemorable OratoryIconic Musical ScoreTragic Hero ArcCinematic GrandeurBraveheart Archetype

Crew

Directed by:
Mel Gibson, Matt Earl Beesley, Kate Hazell
Written by:
Randall Wallace
Produced by:
Mel Gibson, Jina Jay, Patsy Pollock
Composed by:
Joseph Phillips, James Horner, James Horner

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Questions about Braveheart

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Braveheart legally?

Paramount+KanopyHoopla

Braveheart is included with a subscription to Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Braveheart worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 8.3, Rotten Tomatoes 74%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Braveheart rated?

RViolenceStrong languageSexual content

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and sexual content.

How long is Braveheart?

2 h 58 min

Braveheart runs 2 h 58 min.

Will Braveheart make me laugh?

A touch

Not really. Humor is rare. The humor is mostly sharp wit.

Is Braveheart plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Both, in balance. It gives its characters as much weight as its plot.

Can I half-watch Braveheart?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes. It's easy to follow.

Is Braveheart good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes. Our viewing guide lists it for date night. Romance is a big part of it.

Will Braveheart scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

No.

Will I feel good after watching Braveheart?

BleakHopeful

Mixed feelings. It balances dark and hopeful moments.

Is Braveheart based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Braveheart?

Critics71
Audiences83

Not quite. Audiences rate Braveheart higher (83) than critics (71). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Braveheart a box office hit?

Budget$72 million
Box office$213 million

Yes. It cost about $72 million to make and earned $213 million worldwide, 3.0 times its budget.

What language is Braveheart in?

EnglishFrenchLatinScottish Gaelic

It was made in English, with some French, Latin, Scottish Gaelic. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Braveheart?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Braveheart in 96 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Braveheart use?

The BeardOh, Crap!Vitriolic Best BudsGenius BruiserCatapult NightmareCrucified Hero ShotRain of ArrowsBFSGossip EvolutionThe Middle AgesUnwitting PawnMeaningful Background Eventand 192 more

TV Tropes lists 204 storytelling tropes for Braveheart, including The Beard, Oh, Crap!, Vitriolic Best Buds.