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Containment

2015·Movie
1h 17min·R
70
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A , sci-fi movie: , but layered, .

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

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No water. No power. No explanation. No escape.

Neighbors in a block wake one morning to find they have been sealed inside their apartments. Can they work together to find out why? Or will they destroy each other in their fight to escape?
Claustrophobic ThrillerPsychological BreakdownSocial IsolationParanoia & SuspicionSurvival InstinctsDystopian SettingCritique of Social SystemsEnclosed Environment

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Containment legally?

Containment is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and VIX . You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Containment worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 4.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 92%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Containment rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

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

How long is Containment?

1 h 17 min

Containment runs 1 h 17 min.

Will Containment make me laugh?

A touch

Not really. Humor is rare. The humor is mostly dark humor.

Is Containment plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Both, in balance. It gives its characters as much weight as its plot.

Can I half-watch Containment?

Easy watchDemanding

Better with focus. It asks for some attention to follow.

Is Containment good for date night?

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeens

Not really. Our viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Will Containment scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times. It has some frightening moments.

Will I feel good after watching Containment?

BleakHopeful

Probably not. Its tone is bleak.

Do critics and audiences agree on Containment?

Critics92
Audiences44

Not quite. Critics rate Containment higher (92) than audiences (44). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Containment in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Containment?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Containment in 132 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.