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Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials
2015·Movie
·2h 11min·PG-13·
Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Pulse-pounding and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Coming of Age6
- Wonder6
- Hopefulness5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy3
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
The future
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighPulse-pounding and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials is pulse-pounding, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline9High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The maze was just the beginning.
Thomas and his fellow Gladers face their greatest challenge yet: searching for clues about the mysterious and powerful organization known as WCKD. Their journey takes them to the Scorch, a desolate landscape filled with unimaginable obstacles. Teaming up with resistance fighters, the Gladers take on WCKD’s vastly superior forces and uncover its shocking plans for them all.
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Questions about Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials worth watching?
53
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 47%, and Metacritic 43). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials rated?
PG-13Violence
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials?
2 h 11 min
Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials runs 2 h 11 min.
Is Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials?
Critics45
Audiences60
Not quite. Audiences rate Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials higher (60) than critics (45). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials a box office hit?
Budget$61 million
Box office$312 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $61 million to make and earned $312 million worldwide, 5.1 times its budget.
What language is Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials?
91
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What tropes does Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials use?
Adaptational Early AppearanceAdapted OutAge LiftRace LiftConveniently Timed Attack from BehindAdaptational VillainyCool PlaneScenery GornNamed by the AdaptationFace–Heel TurnAfter the EndAdaptational Heroismand 19 more
TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials, including Adaptational Early Appearance, Adapted Out, Age Lift.