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The Signal

2014·Movie
1h 37min·PG-13
56
DecentGoodWatch score

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A , sci-fi movie: , .

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

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On a road trip, Nic and two friends are drawn to an isolated area by a computer genius. When everything suddenly goes dark, Nic regains consciousness – only to find himself in a waking nightmare.
Sci-Fi ThrillerPsychological MysteryConspiracyIdentity CrisisUnsettling AtmosphereTechnology & ControlMind-BendingSuspensefulVisual Effects

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Where can I stream The Signal?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Signal from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. It streams in 15 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Signal worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 60%, and Metacritic 54).

Is The Signal okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Can I half-watch The Signal?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for ambiguity and 7 for complexity.

Will I feel good after watching The Signal?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for bleakness and 5 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.

Was The Signal a box office flop?

Budget$4 million
Box office$3 million

Yes: it cost about $4 million to make and earned $3 million worldwide, 67% of its budget.