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The Intern

2015·Movie
2h 1min·PG-13
63
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Funny, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Everyday modern life, family, and technology

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Experience never gets old.

70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker has discovered that retirement isn't all it's cracked up to be. Seizing an opportunity to get back in the game, he becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, founded and run by Jules Ostin.
Heartwarming Intergenerational BondModern Workplace SatireWholesome Comfort MovieStar-Studded ChemistryTech vs. TraditionFeel-Good DramedyElevating Senior CitizensGentle Social Commentary

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Intern

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Intern legally?

The Intern is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video 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 Intern worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 59%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Intern rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is The Intern?

2 h 1 min

The Intern runs 2 h 1 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Intern?

Critics55
Audiences71

Not quite. Audiences rate The Intern higher (71) than critics (55). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Intern a box office hit?

Budget$35 million
Box office$195 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $35 million to make and earned $195 million worldwide, 5.6 times its budget.

What language is The Intern in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Intern?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Intern in 118 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Intern use?

Adopted to the HouseElder EmployeeWhat Happened to the Mouse?High-Powered Career WomanActor AllusionOld-School ChivalryBlithe SpiritSilver FoxMaybe Ever AfterDriver Faces PassengerEveryone Loves BlondesMarried to the Joband 44 more

TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for The Intern, including Adopted to the House, Elder Employee, What Happened to the Mouse?.