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Cromwell

1970·Movie
2h 20min·G
50
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Rotten Tomatoes33%70%
IMDb7.0Rotten Tomatoes33%70%

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Spectacular and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle7
  • Violence7
  • Tension6

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Dark Humor2

World

History, politics, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting8
  • Complexity8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

Disgusted with the policies of King Charles I, Oliver Cromwell plans to take his family to the New World. But on the eve of their departure, Cromwell is drawn into the tangled web of religion and politics that will result in the English Civil War.
Historical EpicEnglish Civil WarPolitical IntrigueReligious ConflictBiographical DramaClass Struggle17th Century EnglandPower and CorruptionCinematic Scope

Crew

Directed by:
Ken Hughes, Ted Sturgis
Written by:
Ken Hughes
Produced by:
Maude Spector, Irving Allen, Vicki Deason
Composed by:
Frank Cordell

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Cromwell

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Cromwell legally?

FlixFlingMometuTubi TV

Cromwell is included with a subscription to FlixFling in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free, Mometu, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Cromwell worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 7 and Rotten Tomatoes 33%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Cromwell rated?

GViolence

It's rated G in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Cromwell?

2 h 20 min

Cromwell runs 2 h 20 min.

Is Cromwell based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Cromwell?

Critics33
Audiences70

Not quite. Audiences rate Cromwell higher (70) than critics (33). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Cromwell in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Cromwell?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Cromwell in 70 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Cromwell use?

Face Death with DignityTraining MontageYou Bastards!Good ParentsHistorical Villain UpgradeLarge HamLady MacbethGrey-and-Gray MoralityDated HistoryKnow When to Fold 'EmDeal with the DevilHot-Bloodedand 27 more

TV Tropes lists 39 storytelling tropes for Cromwell, including Face Death with Dignity, Training Montage, You Bastards!.