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The Flu

2013·Movie
2h 2min·R

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The Flu fingerprint

Relentless energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Tension9
  • Scare8

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, society, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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You need an uplifting moodYou scare easilyYou want something quiet and calm

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About

Death goes viral.

A case of the flu quickly morphs into a pandemic. As the death toll mounts and the living panic, the government plans extreme measures to contain it.
Pandemic ThrillerSocial DisasterGovernment ResponsePublic PanicInfectious DiseaseKorean CinemaMedical EmergencyHigh Tension

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Flu legally?

The Flu is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Flu worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 33%, and Metacritic 40). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Flu rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

How long is The Flu?

2 h 2 min

The Flu runs 2 h 2 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Flu?

Critics37
Audiences67

Not quite. Audiences rate The Flu higher (67) than critics (37). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Flu in?

KoreanEnglishFilipino

It was made in Korean, with some English, Filipino. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch The Flu?

38ARATBEBOBRBYCACHCLCOCRDEDOEC+24

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Flu in 38 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.