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The Black Prince

2017·Movie
2h 0min·PG-13
38
WeakGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Dark Humor2

World

History, a real life story, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

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About

Faith. Trust. Hope.

The Black Prince follows the story of the last Sikh Maharaja — the son of the powerful ruler Ranjit Singh — who was placed on the throne at the age of five, after the death of his father. In 1849, the young prince was removed from the throne and eventually sent off to England. His attempts to return to India and reclaim his kingdom were subsequently thwarted by the British.
Sikh HistoryBiographical DramaBritish ColonialismHistorical EpicRoyal IntrigueCultural IdentityEmotional StorytellingPolitical StrugglePeriod Piece

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Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream The Black Prince legally?

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

Is The Black Prince worth watching?

38
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 7%, and Metacritic 26). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Black Prince rated?

PG-13Violence

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Black Prince?

2 h 0 min

The Black Prince runs 2 h 0 min.

Is The Black Prince based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on The Black Prince?

Critics17
Audiences65

Not quite. Audiences rate The Black Prince higher (65) than critics (17). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Black Prince in?

EnglishPunjabi

It was made in English, with some Punjabi. Produced in India, United States, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The Black Prince?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Black Prince in 138 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.