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Electra Glide in Blue

1973Movie1 h 54 minPG

CrimeDrama
70
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Letterboxd3.7/5Rotten Tomatoes69%74%
70
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Letterboxd3.7/5Rotten Tomatoes69%74%

Summary

A short Arizona motorcycle cop gets his wish and is promoted to Homicide following the mysterious murder of a hermit. He is forced to confront his illusions about himself and those around him in order to solve the case, eventually returning to solitude in the desert.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Drop-in friendly
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for laughs or comfort.

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Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by
James William Guercio
Written by
Robert Boris, Rupert Hitzig
Produced by
James William Guercio
Music by
James William Guercio

Everyone

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Facts

May 17, 1973 · 1 h 54 min · PG

Released
May 17, 1973
Runtime
1 h 54 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Crime, Drama, Mystery, Action, Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
3 countries

Tropes

Bookends, Only Friend, Desk Sweep of Rage +9

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Electra Glide in Blue?"

Questions about Electra Glide in Blue

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Electra Glide in Blue?

PhiloThe RokuMGM+Tubi TV

In the United States, Electra Glide in Blue streams on Philo and MGM+, and it is free with ads on The Roku and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is Electra Glide in Blue worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70 (IMDb 7, Letterboxd 3.7 out of 5, and Rotten Tomatoes 69%).

Is Electra Glide in Blue okay for kids?

PGViolenceStrong language

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Will Electra Glide in Blue make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

What tropes does Electra Glide in Blue use?

BookendsOnly FriendDesk Sweep of RageMorning RoutineHorror HippiesAgitated Item StompingRaw Eggs Make You StrongerIronic NicknamePolice BrutalityThe SlackerHitler CamShirtless Sceneand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 tropes for it, including Bookends, Only Friend, and Desk Sweep of Rage.