Passengers
7.0
Passengers fingerprint
High energy, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Spectacular
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle8
- Adrenaline6
- Tension6
Heart
Romantic and wondrous
- Romance8
- Wonder7
- Melancholy6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Dark Humor3
World
The future, technology, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighSpectacular
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Passengers is spectacular. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumRomantic and wondrous
Emotionally, it's romantic and wondrous.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumThe future, technology, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, technology, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about Passengers
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Passengers worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 30%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Passengers rated?
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is Passengers?
1 h 56 min
Passengers runs 1 h 56 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Passengers?
Not quite. Audiences rate Passengers higher (67) than critics (55). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Passengers a box office hit?
Yes. It cost about $110 million to make and earned $303 million worldwide, 2.8 times its budget.
What language is Passengers in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Passengers?
+116GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Passengers in 130 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Passengers use?
TV Tropes lists 149 storytelling tropes for Passengers, including Oh, Crap!, Ontological Mystery, Beeping Computers.