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For the Love of Spock

2016·Movie
1h 45min
81
GreatGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Satire & Parody2

World

A real life story, show business, and the future

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Meta Narrative8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Live long...

The life of Mr. Spock, as well as that of Leonard Nimoy, the actor who played him for almost fifty years, written and directed by his son: Adam.
Biographical DocumentaryStar Trek LegacyFather-Son RelationshipSci-Fi IconBehind-the-ScenesNostalgic TributePop Culture HistoryMeta-Narrative

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about For the Love of Spock

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Where can I stream For the Love of Spock legally?

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

Is For the Love of Spock worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 74). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is For the Love of Spock?

1 h 45 min

For the Love of Spock runs 1 h 45 min.

Is For the Love of Spock based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on For the Love of Spock?

Critics87
Audiences78

Not quite. Critics rate For the Love of Spock higher (87) than audiences (78). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is For the Love of Spock in?

English

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

In how many countries can I watch For the Love of Spock?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for For the Love of Spock in 61 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.