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The Public

2019Movie2 h 2 minPG-13

57

DecentGoodWatch score

57

DecentGoodWatch score

Rotten Tomatoes

Summary

An act of civil disobedience turns into a standoff with police when homeless people in Cincinnati take over the public library to seek shelter from the bitter cold.

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Directed by: Emilio Estevez
Written by: Emilio Estevez
Produced by: Emilio Estevez, Steve Ponce, Alex Lebovici
Music by: Tyler Bates, Joanne Higginbottom

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April 5, 2019 · 2 h 2 min · PG-13

Released: April 5, 2019
Runtime: 2 h 2 min
Age rating: PG-13
Content: Strong Language
Genres: Drama
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Available in: 57 countries

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Where can I stream The Public?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Public from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and MovieMe. It streams in 11 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Public worth watching?

57

DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 65%, and Metacritic 46).

Is The Public okay for kids?

PG-13Strong language

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.