7.5
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A , crime movie: , but never gory, .
Good for date night · friends night · teens
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HE KILLED... and there on the crest of Sierra's highest crag... HE MUST BE KILLED!
Given a pardon from jail, Roy Earle gets back into the swing of things as he robs a swanky resort.
Classic Gangster FilmNoir MelodramaHumphrey BogartTension-Filled HeistRedemptionDownfall1940sCharacter StudyCriminal Underworld
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Is High Sierra worth watching?
83
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 92%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is High Sierra rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is High Sierra?
1 h 40 min
High Sierra runs 1 h 40 min.
Will High Sierra make me laugh?
Serious
No. It plays it straight.
Is High Sierra plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Both, in balance. It gives its characters as much weight as its plot.
Can I half-watch High Sierra?
Easy watchDemanding
Yes. It's easy to follow.
Is High Sierra good for date night?
and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe
Yes. Our viewing guide lists it for date night. Romance is a big part of it.
Will High Sierra scare me?
Not scaryTerrifying
No. It's tense rather than scary.
Will I feel good after watching High Sierra?
BleakHopeful
Probably not. Its tone is bleak and sad.
Do critics and audiences agree on High Sierra?
Critics92
Audiences77
Not quite. Critics rate High Sierra higher (92) than audiences (77). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is High Sierra in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch High Sierra?
79
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+65GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for High Sierra in 79 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does High Sierra use?
Anti-HeroAsshole VictimThe CaperFilm NoirDying Moment of AwesomeOne Last JobThe Stool PigeonRetironyNo Historical Figures Were HarmedDowner EndingCartwright CurseMeaningful Nameand 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for High Sierra, including Anti-Hero, Asshole Victim, The Caper.