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Blair Witch

2016·Movie
1h 29min·R
IMDb5.0Metacritic474.9Rotten Tomatoes38%30%

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Blair Witch fingerprint

High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.

Energy

Terrifying and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Scare9
  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy4
  • Pathos3
  • Coming of Age3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Standout sound design

  • Sound Centrality8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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You scare easily

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About

There's something evil hiding in the woods.

Students on a camping trip discover something sinister is lurking beyond the trees.
Found Footage HorrorSupernatural ThreatPsychological TensionUnseen EvilCamping Trip NightmareIntense Sound DesignModern RetellingEerie Atmosphere

Crew

Directed by:
Adam Wingard, Chris Garbasauskas, Amy Arter
Written by:
Simon Barrett, Eduardo Sánchez, Daniel Myrick
Produced by:
Adam Wingard, Simon Barrett, Roy Lee
Composed by:
Adam Wingard, Andy Hay, Andy Hay

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Blair Witch

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Blair Witch legally?

PrimeHBO MaxHooplaCinemaxAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsStarzMovieSphere+

Blair Witch is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. 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 Blair Witch worth watching?

43
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 5, Rotten Tomatoes 38%, and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Blair Witch rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

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

How long is Blair Witch?

1 h 29 min

Blair Witch runs 1 h 29 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Blair Witch?

Critics43
Audiences43

Yes. Critics average 43 and audiences 43 out of 100, so both groups see Blair Witch much the same way.

Was Blair Witch a box office hit?

Budget$5 million
Box office$45 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $45 million worldwide, 9.0 times its budget.

What language is Blair Witch in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Blair Witch?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Blair Witch in 63 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Blair Witch use?

Remember the New Guy?Blood from the MouthAccidental MurderMy God, What Have I Done?Creator ThumbprintAgony of the FeetYear Outside, Hour InsidePractically Different GenerationsBeauty Is Never TarnishedThe LoadLong ArmsLoophole Abuseand 47 more

TV Tropes lists 59 storytelling tropes for Blair Witch, including Remember the New Guy?, Blood from the Mouth, Accidental Murder.