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King of the Ants

2004·Movie
1h 42min·R
59
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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5
  • Catharsis3

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Crime, the mind, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Sound Centrality7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

They wanted a Fall Guy. They created a Monster.

A young drifter, struggling to makes ends meet, accepts a job to kill a prominent accountant. When he isn't paid for the hit, revenge is now his path.
Gritty Crime ThrillerPsychological DescentRevenge NarrativeBleak & IntenseDark & ViolentCharacter StudySlow-Burn TensionUnderbelly of Society

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream King of the Ants legally?

King of the Ants is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, and FlixFling in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from FlixFling. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is King of the Ants worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is King of the Ants rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

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

How long is King of the Ants?

1 h 42 min

King of the Ants runs 1 h 42 min.

Is King of the Ants based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is King of the Ants in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch King of the Ants?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for King of the Ants in 26 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does King of the Ants use?

Animal MotifsThe Dog Bites BackKick the Morality PetYou Have Outlived Your UsefulnessFaux Affably EvilToken Good TeammateThe SociopathSurreal HorrorCan't Kill You, Still Need YouBad People Abuse AnimalsHidden Disdain RevealVillainous Friendshipand 24 more

TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for King of the Ants, including Animal Motifs, The Dog Bites Back, Kick the Morality Pet.