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The Reckoning

2004·Movie
1h 52min
51
MediocreGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

History, mystery, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and storytelling

  • Intrigue9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

The truth shall come to light.

In 14th Century England, this tale of murder and mystery follows a fugitive priest who falls in with a troupe of actors. As they arrive in a small town, the actors encounter a woman being sentenced to death for practicing witchcraft and murder. Discarding the expected bible stories, the actors now stage a performance based on the crime. Through the performance of the play, they discover a mystery.
Medieval MysteryTroupe of ActorsWitchcraft AccusationFugitive PriestTheatrical Investigation14th Century EnglandMoral DilemmaDark Ages Intrigue

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Reckoning legally?

The Reckoning is included with a subscription to Paramount+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Reckoning worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 38%, and Metacritic 49). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Reckoning rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Reckoning?

1 h 52 min

The Reckoning runs 1 h 52 min.

Is The Reckoning based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Reckoning?

Critics44
Audiences57

Not quite. Audiences rate The Reckoning higher (57) than critics (44). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Reckoning in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Spain, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The Reckoning?

8AUCAITNZPTSMUSVA

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Reckoning in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Reckoning use?

Asshole VictimVillains Want MercyEarn Your Happy EndingDriven to SuicideKarmic DeathBetter to Die than Be KilledBut for Me, It Was TuesdayBeing Tortured Makes You EvilBattle ButlerMorton's ForkSexual ExtortionIf I Can't Have You…and 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for The Reckoning, including Asshole Victim, Villains Want Mercy, Earn Your Happy Ending.