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The Blood of Heroes

1989·Movie
1h 40min·R
43
WeakGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Violence8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Coming of Age6
  • Pathos5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Physical Comedy4
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Sports, the future, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

When juggers play there is only one way to live - THE HARD WAY!

Set in a futuristic world where the only sport that has survived in a wasted society is the brutal game known as jugging. Sallow, the leader of a rag-tag team, has played in the main Leagues before, but was cast out because of indiscretions with a lady. Now joined by a talented newcomer, Kidda, an ambitious young peasant girl, he and his team find they have one last chance for glory.
Post-Apocalyptic SportBrutal CompetitionSurvivalSocial CommentaryFuturistic WastelandTeam DynamicsViolence and RedemptionGritty World-BuildingUnderdog Story

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Blood of Heroes legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. 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 Blood of Heroes worth watching?

43
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 20%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Blood of Heroes rated?

RViolenceStrong language

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

How long is The Blood of Heroes?

1 h 40 min

The Blood of Heroes runs 1 h 40 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Blood of Heroes?

Critics20
Audiences70

Not quite. Audiences rate The Blood of Heroes higher (70) than critics (20). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Blood of Heroes in?

English

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

In how many countries can I watch The Blood of Heroes?

5AUESNLNZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Blood of Heroes in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Blood of Heroes use?

Cruel MercyStar-Crossed LoversEyepatch of PowerTraining MontageSports StoriesStatuesque StunnerHyper-Competent SidekickFeudal FutureFriendship TrinketBittersweet EndingSevered Head SportsStaredown Faceoffand 44 more

TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for The Blood of Heroes, including Cruel Mercy, Star-Crossed Lovers, Eyepatch of Power.