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Once Upon a Time in Venice

2017·Movie
1h 34min·R
35
WeakGoodWatch score

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Light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline6
  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness5
  • Romance4
  • Catharsis4

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and pop culture

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Never mess with a man's dog.

Steve Ford is a private detective in Venice Beach, Calif., who's good with the ladies, bad with the punches and wild about his dog Buddy. When local thugs steal Buddy, Ford turns to Spyder, their devious leader, and forges an unlikely alliance. With help from his best friend, Steve pulls out the big guns to retrieve Spyder's stolen cash and cocaine and save Buddy.
Venice Beach CrimeBuddy Cop DynamicDog Rescue MissionQuirky CharactersSituational ComedyPop Culture ReferencesCaperAction Comedy

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Once Upon a Time in Venice

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Once Upon a Time in Venice legally?

Once Upon a Time in Venice is included with a subscription to Hulu and Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, 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 Once Upon a Time in Venice worth watching?

35
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35/100 (IMDb 5.3, Rotten Tomatoes 21%, and Metacritic 28). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Once Upon a Time in Venice rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How long is Once Upon a Time in Venice?

1 h 34 min

Once Upon a Time in Venice runs 1 h 34 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Once Upon a Time in Venice?

Critics25
Audiences44

Not quite. Audiences rate Once Upon a Time in Venice higher (44) than critics (25). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Once Upon a Time in Venice in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Once Upon a Time in Venice?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Once Upon a Time in Venice in 54 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.