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Chappie

2015·Movie
2h 0min·R

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Relentless energy, strong craft.

Energy

Epic and brutally violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age8
  • Pathos7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Some satire and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor6

World

The future, technology, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Novelty8
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Standout cinematography, visual style, and editing

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography9
  • Visual Stylization9
  • Editing8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

I am consciousness. I am alive. I am Chappie.

Every child comes into the world full of promise, and none more so than Chappie: he is gifted, special, a prodigy. Like any child, Chappie will come under the influence of his surroundings—some good, some bad—and he will rely on his heart and soul to find his way in the world and become his own man. But there's one thing that makes Chappie different from any one else: he is a robot.
Dystopian Sci-Fi ActionAI Consciousness JourneyVisually DazzlingBrutal & HeartfeltCyberpunk AestheticFound Family DynamicsHigh-Octane ViolencePhilosophical Tech DramaStylized South African SettingEmotional Robot Story

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Chappie

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Chappie legally?

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

Is Chappie worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 32%, and Metacritic 41). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Chappie rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

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

How long is Chappie?

2 h 0 min

Chappie runs 2 h 0 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Chappie?

Critics37
Audiences65

Not quite. Audiences rate Chappie higher (65) than critics (37). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Chappie a box office hit?

Budget$49 million
Box office$104 million

Yes. It cost about $49 million to make and earned $104 million worldwide, 2.1 times its budget.

What language is Chappie in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Chappie?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Chappie in 119 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Chappie use?

Inspector JavertBittersweet EndingMood WhiplashRobot PoliceAs HimselfAbandoned WarehouseApologetic AttackerSuicidal OverconfidenceSay My NameHacker CaveMecha-MooksFriend to All Living Thingsand 142 more

TV Tropes lists 154 storytelling tropes for Chappie, including Inspector Javert, Bittersweet Ending, Mood Whiplash.