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In the Loop

2009·Movie
1h 46min·NR
IMDb7.4Metacritic837.7Rotten Tomatoes94%82%

Where to watch

PhiloAMC+KanopySundance NowMUBIIFC Films Unlimited

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In the Loop fingerprint

Funny, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos3
  • Hopefulness3
  • Catharsis3

Humor

Plenty of satire and sharp wit

  • Satire & Parody9
  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Dark Humor7

World

Politics, society, and class and money

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Standout dialogue and performances

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Acting8
  • Complexity8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

The fate of the world is on the line.

The US President and the UK Prime Minister are planning on launching a war in the Middle East, but—behind the scenes—government officials and advisers are either promoting the war or are trying to prevent it.
Political SatireBritish HumorCynical WitFast-Paced DialogueWar PlanningDark ComedyGovernment IncompetenceEnsemble Cast

Crew

Directed by:
Armando Iannucci, Charlie Leech, Jon Jennings
Written by:
Armando Iannucci, Simon Blackwell, Tony Roche
Produced by:
David M. Thompson, Meredith Tucker, Rosa Romero
Composed by:
Adem Ilhan

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about In the Loop

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Where can I stream In the Loop legally?

PhiloAMC+KanopySundance NowMUBIIFC Films Unlimited

In the Loop is included with a subscription to Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now, and MUBI in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. 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 In the Loop worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is In the Loop rated?

NRStrong language

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is In the Loop?

1 h 46 min

In the Loop runs 1 h 46 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on In the Loop?

Critics89
Audiences78

Not quite. Critics rate In the Loop higher (89) than audiences (78). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was In the Loop a box office hit?

Budget$1 million
Box office$6 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $1 million to make and earned $6 million worldwide, 5.6 times its budget.

What language is In the Loop in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch In the Loop?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for In the Loop in 49 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does In the Loop use?

Evil Versus EvilChewing the SceneryJuxtaposition GagArmchair MilitaryNo Celebrities Were HarmedBrick JokeThe NicknamerInternal RetconOnly FriendThe White HouseMistaken NationalityInvisible Presidentand 104 more

TV Tropes lists 116 storytelling tropes for In the Loop, including Evil Versus Evil, Chewing the Scenery, Juxtaposition Gag.