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Risen

2016·Movie
1h 47min·PG-13

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Risen fingerprint

Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Hopeful

  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis5
  • Wonder5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, faith and meaning, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

Witness the manhunt that changed the course of human history

Clavius, a powerful Roman military tribune, and his aide, Lucius, are tasked with solving the mystery of what happened to Jesus in the weeks following the crucifixion, in order to disprove the rumors of a risen Messiah and prevent an uprising in Jerusalem.
Biblical DramaHistorical MysterySpiritual InquiryRoman Empire SettingDetective StoryPhilosophicalHopefulQuest NarrativeCharacter-Driven

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Risen

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Risen legally?

You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free. 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 Risen worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 53%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Risen rated?

PG-13Violence

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

How long is Risen?

1 h 47 min

Risen runs 1 h 47 min.

Is Risen based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Risen?

Critics52
Audiences68

Not quite. Audiences rate Risen higher (68) than critics (52). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Risen a box office hit?

Budget$20 million
Box office$46 million

Yes. It cost about $20 million to make and earned $46 million worldwide, 2.3 times its budget.

What language is Risen in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Risen?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Risen in 121 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Risen use?

Demoted to ExtraArtistic License – MilitaryScenery PornDue to the DeadTrailers Always SpoilFunny Background EventWalking the EarthCanon ForeignerCall That a Formation?Drowning My SorrowsAll-Loving HeroFace–Heel Turnand 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for Risen, including Demoted to Extra, Artistic License – Military, Scenery Porn.