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Postal

2007·Movie
1h 40min·R
IMDb4.5Metacritic226.5Rotten Tomatoes9%36%

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Postal fingerprint

Very funny, high energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Brutally violent and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos4
  • Catharsis4
  • Melancholy3

Humor

Plenty of satire and dark humor

  • Satire & Parody9
  • Dark Humor9
  • Absurdist Humor8

World

Everyday modern life, society, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Standout editing and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Editing8
  • Visual Stylization8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers you

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About

Some comedies go too far... others start there.

The story begins with a regular Joe who tries desperately to seek employment, but embarks on a violent rampage when he teams up with cult leader Uncle Dave. Their first act is to heist an amusement park, only to learn that the Taliban are planning the same heist as well. Chaos ensues, and now the Postal Dude must not only take on terrorists but also political figures.
Satirical Black ComedyViolent RampagePolitical CommentaryAbsurdist HumorCult ClassicGrotesqueEccentric CharactersPastiche

Crew

Directed by:
Uwe Boll, Danny Virtue, Bryan C. Knight
Written by:
Uwe Boll, Bryan C. Knight, Bill Rehor
Produced by:
Uwe Boll, Maureen Webb, Sara Brown
Composed by:
Kevin Belen, Jessica de Rooij, Max Wanko

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Postal

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Postal legally?

PrimeThe RokuHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexFawesomeTubi TV

Postal is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Postal worth watching?

31
BadGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 32/100 (IMDb 4.5, Rotten Tomatoes 9%, and Metacritic 22). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Postal rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Postal?

1 h 40 min

Postal runs 1 h 40 min.

Is Postal based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a video game.

Do critics and audiences agree on Postal?

Critics16
Audiences49

Not quite. Audiences rate Postal higher (49) than critics (16). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Postal a box office hit?

Budget$15 million
Box office$146,741

No. It cost about $15 million to make and earned $146,741 worldwide, 1% of its budget.

What language is Postal in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, Germany, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Postal?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Postal in 14 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Postal use?

Mêlée à Trois"Everybody Dies" EndingIncomprehensible Entrance ExamDeath by CameoPolice Are UselessReally Gets AroundHand CannonRefuge in AudacityPre-Mortem One-LinerScrew This, I'm Outta Here!Dirty CowardIn Name Onlyand 30 more

TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for Postal, including Mêlée à Trois, "Everybody Dies" Ending, Incomprehensible Entrance Exam.