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An , comedy: , but never scary, .
Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults
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Is The Lobster worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 87%, and Metacritic 82). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Lobster rated?
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, nudity, and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Lobster?
1 h 59 min
The Lobster runs 1 h 59 min.
Will The Lobster make me laugh?
Yes, a lot. The humor is mostly absurd humor and cringe comedy.
Is The Lobster plot-driven or character-driven?
Mostly character-driven. It leans on dialogue centrality and character depth more than on its plot.
Can I half-watch The Lobster?
Better with focus. It asks for some attention to follow.
Is The Lobster good for date night?
It works for a couple. Our viewing guide lists it for watching with a partner, not for date night. Romance is a big part of it.
Will The Lobster scare me?
No.
Will I feel good after watching The Lobster?
Probably not. Its tone is bleak and sad.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Lobster?
Not quite. Critics rate The Lobster higher (85) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was The Lobster a box office hit?
Yes. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $16 million worldwide, 3.9 times its budget.
What language is The Lobster in?
It was made in English, with some French, Greek. Produced in France, Greece, Ireland, Netherlands, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch The Lobster?
+57GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Lobster in 71 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Lobster use?
TV Tropes lists 71 storytelling tropes for The Lobster, including Public Domain Soundtrack, Limited Wardrobe, Revenge.