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Parkland

2013·Movie
1h 34min·PG-13
IMDb6.4Metacritic516.3Rotten Tomatoes51%48%

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Moving and nostalgic

  • Pathos8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

History, politics, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Complexity8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

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About

November 22, 1963, 12:38 pm - A trauma patient is rushed to Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas. His name is President John F. Kennedy.

November 22nd, 1963 was a day that changed the world forever — when young American President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. This film follows, almost in real time, a handful of individuals forced to make split-second decisions after an event that would change their lives and forever alter the world’s landscape.
Historical DramaKennedy AssassinationPolitical ThrillerEnsemble CastIntenseSuspensefulEvent Re-tellingConspiracy TheoriesAmerican History

Crew

Directed by:
Peter Landesman, Cate Hardman, Vincent Palmo Jr.
Written by:
Vincent Bugliosi, Peter Landesman
Produced by:
Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Gary Goetzman
Composed by:
James Newton Howard, Gary A. Hecker, Michelle Pazer

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Parkland

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Parkland legally?

PrimeHuluPhiloThe RokuThe CWKanopyHooplaStarz

Parkland is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Philo, and Starz in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Hoopla. 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 Parkland worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 51%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Parkland rated?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Parkland?

1 h 34 min

Parkland runs 1 h 34 min.

Is Parkland based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Parkland?

Critics51
Audiences58

Yes. Critics average 51 and audiences 58 out of 100, so both groups see Parkland much the same way.

Was Parkland a box office hit?

Budget$10 million
Box office$1 million

No. It cost about $10 million to make and earned $1 million worldwide, 14% of its budget.

What language is Parkland in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Parkland?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Parkland in 53 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Parkland use?

It's All About MeOh, Crap!Disturbed DovesThe PlaceArtistic License – HistoryReflective EyesHospital Gurney SceneLonely FuneralHistorical Domain CharacterInvisible PresidentStock FootageMagical Defibrillatorand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for Parkland, including It's All About Me, Oh, Crap!, Disturbed Doves.