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The Tournament

2009·Movie
1h 35min·R
IMDb6.0Rotten Tomatoes–40%

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The Tournament fingerprint

Relentless energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and breakneck

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Fast Pace9
  • Violence9

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Melancholy3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life and crime

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchPure Escapism

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About

Every 7 years, the world's greatest assassins gather... Only one will survive.

Every seven years, in an unsuspecting town, The Tournament takes place. A battle royale between 30 of the world's deadliest assassins. The last man standing receives the $10,000,000 cash prize and the title of World's No. 1 Assassin, which itself carries the legendary million dollar-a-bullet price tag.
Action ThrillerAssassinsBattle RoyaleHigh-OctaneViolentIntenseFast-PacedSpectacle

Crew

Directed by:
Scott Mann, J.J. Perry, Shelly Stoyanova
Written by:
Jonathan Frank, Gary Young, Nick Rowntree
Produced by:
Jeremy Zimmermann, Stephen Vincent, Claus Clausen
Composed by:
Laura Karpman, Jeremy Price, Andrew Stirk

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Tournament

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Where can I stream The Tournament legally?

The RokuThe CWFandango at Home FreePlexFawesomeStarzTubi TVHowdy

You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. 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 Tournament worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Tournament rated?

RViolenceStrong language

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

How long is The Tournament?

1 h 35 min

The Tournament runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is The Tournament in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United Kingdom, United States, Bahrain.

In how many countries can I watch The Tournament?

26ARATAUBGBRCACHCLCOCZDEDKFIFR+12

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

What tropes does The Tournament use?

Impersonating an OfficerAnti-HeroPineapple SurpriseSuper Window JumpTracking ChipFor the EvulzProfessional KillerIf You Kill Him, You Will Be Just Like Him!Kick the DogThose Two GuysBoom, Headshot!High-Speed Hijackand 57 more

TV Tropes lists 69 storytelling tropes for The Tournament, including Impersonating an Officer, Anti-Hero, Pineapple Surprise.