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Ride

2014·Movie
1h 33min·R
50
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance6
  • Hopefulness6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life and sports

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

When her son dropped out, she dropped in.

Overbearing mom, Jackie, travels cross-country to be with her son, Angelo, after he drops out of college to become a surfer. She meets a surf instructor who convinces her to try to accept her son's wishes and allow him to follow his dreams.
Independent FilmMother-Son RelationshipSurfing CultureCross-Country JourneySelf-DiscoveryFamily DramaRomantic ElementsCalifornia SettingBittersweet

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Ride legally?

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

Is Ride worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 53%, and Metacritic 48). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Ride rated?

R

It's rated R in the United States.

How long is Ride?

1 h 33 min

Ride runs 1 h 33 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Ride?

Critics51
Audiences49

Yes. Critics average 51 and audiences 49 out of 100, so both groups see Ride much the same way.

What language is Ride in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Ride?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ride in 21 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.