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Code of Silence

1985·Movie
1h 41min·R
IMDb6.1Metacritic647.6Rotten Tomatoes68%51%

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos5
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and society

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

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About

Eddie Cusack's a good cop having a very bad day.

A Chicago cop is caught in the middle of a gang war while his own comrades shun him because he wants to take an irresponsible cop down.
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Crew

Directed by:
Andrew Davis, James A. Dennett, Don Pike
Written by:
Michael Butler, Dennis Shryack, Mike Gray
Produced by:
James Kall, Raymond Wagner, John G. Wilson
Composed by:
David Michael Frank, Cecilia Reyes

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Code of Silence legally?

PrimeThe RokuFandango at Home FreeTubi TV

Code of Silence is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free and Tubi TV. 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 Code of Silence worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Code of Silence rated?

RViolenceStrong language

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

How long is Code of Silence?

1 h 41 min

Code of Silence runs 1 h 41 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Code of Silence?

Critics66
Audiences63

Yes. Critics average 66 and audiences 63 out of 100, so both groups see Code of Silence much the same way.

Was Code of Silence a box office hit?

Budget$7 million
Box office$20 million

Yes. It cost about $7 million to make and earned $20 million worldwide, 2.9 times its budget.

What language is Code of Silence in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Code of Silence?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Code of Silence in 121 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Code of Silence use?

Janitor Impersonation InfiltrationFailed a Spot CheckPlan B ResolutionFake StaticDramatic Gun CockGory Discretion ShotRunning GagThe '80sI Have Your WifeMob WarMood WhiplashConveniently Timed Attack from Behindand 37 more

TV Tropes lists 49 storytelling tropes for Code of Silence, including Janitor Impersonation Infiltration, Failed a Spot Check, Plan B Resolution.