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Gleason

2002Movie1 h 30 min

DramaTV Movie
58
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes–53%
58
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes–53%

Summary

The story begins at the height of Gleason's career. He has it all: women, wealth, and extraordinary power. But he is haunted by memories of his childhood. Gleason spends his formative years entering amateur contests, performing in sleazy night spots.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

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  • You want to half-watch while scrolling

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Cast

24 of 44

Crew

Directed by
Howard Deutch
Written by
Rick Podell, Michael Preminger
Music by
Chris Boardman

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Facts

October 13, 2002 · 1 h 30 min · Strong Language

Released
October 13, 2002
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Content
Strong Language
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States, Canada
Available in
5 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Gleason?"

Questions about Gleason

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Gleason worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58 (IMDb 6.7).

Is Gleason good for date night?

and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Gleason plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.