6.9
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Legend
2015·Movie
·2h 12min·R·
Legend fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Family Dynamics6
- Pathos5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Crime, history, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Legend is brutally violent, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, history, and a real life story
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, history, and a real life story. 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.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Biographical7Lives of notable figures.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Love, fight, live, rule like a legend.
Suave, charming and volatile, Reggie Kray and his unstable twin brother Ronnie start to leave their mark on the London underworld in the 1960s. Using violence to get what they want, the siblings orchestrate robberies and murders while running nightclubs and protection rackets. With police Detective Leonard "Nipper" Read hot on their heels, the brothers continue their rapid rise to power and achieve tabloid notoriety.
British Gangster Film1960s LondonOrganized CrimeBiographical Crime DramaViolentPsychological DepthBrotherhoodPower StruggleTragedy
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Questions about Legend
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Legend worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 60%, and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Legend rated?
RViolenceStrong languageDrug use
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.
How long is Legend?
2 h 12 min
Legend runs 2 h 12 min.
Is Legend based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Legend?
Critics58
Audiences66
Not quite. Audiences rate Legend higher (66) than critics (58). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Legend a box office hit?
Budget$25 million
Box office$43 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $43 million worldwide, 1.7 times its budget.
What language is Legend in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in France, United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Legend?
58
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+44GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Legend in 58 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Legend use?
Thicker Than WaterImplied RapeSiblings in CrimeDriven to SuicideCombat PragmatistEven Evil Has StandardsHas a TypeThe BruteCurb-Stomp BattleIdentical Twin ID TagImprovised WeaponBlood Knightand 87 more
TV Tropes lists 99 storytelling tropes for Legend, including Thicker Than Water, Implied Rape, Siblings in Crime.