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The Wild One

1953·Movie
1h 19min·NR
69
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High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Nostalgia8
  • Coming of Age7
  • Romance6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

History and growing up

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Hot feelings hit terrifying heights in a story that really boils over!

The Black Rebels Motorcycle Club ride into the small California town of Wrightsville, eager to raise hell. Brooding gang leader Johnny Strabler takes a liking to Kathie, the daughter of the local lawman, as another club rolls into town.
Motorcycle Gang1950s AmericaRebellionSmall TownYouth CultureClassic FilmSocial CommentaryComing-of-Age

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Wild One

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Where can I stream The Wild One legally?

The Wild One is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Wild One worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 75%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Wild One rated?

NRViolenceStrong language

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is The Wild One?

1 h 19 min

The Wild One runs 1 h 19 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Wild One?

Critics71
Audiences68

Yes. Critics average 71 and audiences 68 out of 100, so both groups see The Wild One much the same way.

What language is The Wild One in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Wild One?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Wild One in 69 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Wild One use?

When He SmilesUptight Loves WildLarge HamBadass BikerPop-Cultural OsmosisTotally RadicalMenace DecayAbuse MistakeTeens Are MonstersReasonable Authority FigureRipped from the HeadlinesGay Bravado

TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for The Wild One, including When He Smiles, Uptight Loves Wild, Large Ham.