The Big Ask

2014·Movie
1h 31min·NR
48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Where to watch

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The Big Ask fingerprint

Funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy5
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

Some situational comedy and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Dark Humor7
  • Cringe Humor6

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Six friends. Seven days. One super inappropriate question.

The Big Ask is a dark comedy about three couples who head to the desert to help their friend heal after the death of his mother. They would do anything for him - except for the one thing he wants.
Dark ComedyIndie FilmDysfunctional RelationshipsExistential AngstFriends in CrisisSatiricalEnsemble CastContemporary Setting

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Big Ask

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Where can I stream The Big Ask legally?

The Big Ask is included with a subscription to Peacock, FilmBox+, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Plex. 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 The Big Ask worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 4.8, Rotten Tomatoes 58%, and Metacritic 41). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Big Ask rated?

NRStrong language

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

How long is The Big Ask?

1 h 31 min

The Big Ask runs 1 h 31 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Big Ask?

Critics50
Audiences39

Not quite. Critics rate The Big Ask higher (50) than audiences (39). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Big Ask in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Big Ask?

122AEAGAOARATAUAZBBBEBFBHBMBOBR+108

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Big Ask in 122 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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