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The Man from London

2008·Movie
2h 19min

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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The Man from London fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline2
  • Violence2

Heart

Profoundly sad and moving

  • Melancholy9
  • Pathos7
  • Family Dynamics4

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Ambiguity8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Direction10
  • Acting9
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout cinematography, sound design, and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography10
  • Sound Centrality9
  • Visual Stylization8

Who it's for

AdultsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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You want something to laugh atYou need an uplifting moodYou want fast pacing

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About

A switchman at a seaside railway witnesses a murder but does not report it after he finds a suitcase full of money at the scene of the crime.
Meditative DramaExistential MysteryVisually StrikingPsychological StudySlow Burn ThrillerBleak & AtmosphericPhilosophical ContemplationMinimalist StorytellingArt-House Cinema

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Man from London

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Where can I stream The Man from London legally?

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Is The Man from London worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 7 and Rotten Tomatoes 62%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Man from London rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is The Man from London?

2 h 19 min

The Man from London runs 2 h 19 min.

Is The Man from London based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Man from London?

Critics62
Audiences66

Yes. Critics average 62 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see The Man from London much the same way.

What language is The Man from London in?

HungarianFrenchEnglish

It was made in Hungarian, with some French, English. Produced in Hungary, France, Germany, Netherlands.

In how many countries can I watch The Man from London?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Man from London in 17 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.