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The Town

2010·Movie
2h 5min·R
80
GreatGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Romance6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor2
  • Satire & Parody1

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Welcome to the bank robbery capital of America.

A proficient group of thieves rob a bank and hold the manager hostage. Things begin to get complicated when one of the crew members falls in love with her.
Boston Crime ThrillerHeist MovieStar-Studded Ensemble CastWorking-Class GritRomantic Tension Amidst DangerTense Cat-and-Mouse DynamicsVisceral Action SequencesCharacter-Driven Drama

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Town

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Town legally?

The Town is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. 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 The Town worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 74). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Town rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug use

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

How long is The Town?

2 h 5 min

The Town runs 2 h 5 min.

Is The Town based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Town?

Critics83
Audiences79

Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see The Town much the same way.

Was The Town a box office hit?

Budget$37 million
Box office$154 million

Yes. It cost about $37 million to make and earned $154 million worldwide, 4.2 times its budget.

What language is The Town in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Town?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Town in 122 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Town use?

Shown Their WorkStart My OwnSuicide by CopCurb-Stomp BattleReality Is UnrealisticHold the LineForeshadowingOh, Crap!The DragonProduct PlacementCasting GagSetting Updateand 98 more

TV Tropes lists 110 storytelling tropes for The Town, including Shown Their Work, Start My Own, Suicide by Cop.