The Shift

2013·Movie
1h 15min·PG-13
54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Where to watch

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The Shift fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Where do you draw the line?

The Shift is the story of one 12 hour night shift in the ER and the life and death decisions that have to be made. With the issue of euthanasia in the headlines this is a timely and compelling story.
Emergency Room DramaMoral DilemmaEuthanasiaLife and Death DecisionsHospital SettingPsychological TensionCharacter-DrivenContemporary IssuesBleak Realism

Crew

Directed by:
Written by:

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Questions about The Shift

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Shift legally?

The Shift is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Shift worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.8 and Metacritic 40). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Shift rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is The Shift?

1 h 15 min

The Shift runs 1 h 15 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Shift?

Critics40
Audiences67

Not quite. Audiences rate The Shift higher (67) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Shift in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Shift?

11AUBECAFRGBGGIEKRNLNZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Shift in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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