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Army of Crime

2009·Movie
2h 19min
75
GreatGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Violence7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Satire & Parody2

World

History, politics, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

This gripping historical drama recounts the story of Armenian-born Missak Manouchian, a woodworker and political activist who led an immigrant laborer division of the Parisian Resistance on 30 operations against the Nazis in 1943. The Nazis branded the group an Army of Crime, an anti-immigrant propaganda stunt that backfired as the team's members became martyrs for the Resistance.
French ResistanceWorld War IIBiopicPolitical IntrigueHistorical DramaPatriotism and SacrificeImmigrant ExperienceMoral ComplexityParisian History

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Army of Crime

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Army of Crime legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Army of Crime worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Army of Crime rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Army of Crime?

2 h 19 min

Army of Crime runs 2 h 19 min.

Is Army of Crime based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Army of Crime?

Critics82
Audiences71

Not quite. Critics rate Army of Crime higher (82) than audiences (71). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Army of Crime in?

FrenchGerman

It was made in French, with some German. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch Army of Crime?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Army of Crime in 26 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.