You Don't Know Jack

2010·Movie
2h 14min·PG-13
79
GreatGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Dark Humor4

World

Everyday modern life, society, and politics

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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AdultsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBackground WatchThought-Provoking

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Is this the face of a killer?

Controversy and legal problems follow Dr. Jack Kevorkian as he advocates assisted suicide.
Jack Kevorkian StoryAssisted Suicide DebatePolitical & Social CommentaryCharacter-Driven DramaPsychological DepthContemporary RealismControversial SubjectLegal DramaBleak Undertones

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Where can I stream You Don't Know Jack legally?

You Don't Know Jack is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. 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 You Don't Know Jack worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is You Don't Know Jack rated?

PG-13Suicide themesStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: suicide themes and strong language.

How long is You Don't Know Jack?

2 h 14 min

You Don't Know Jack runs 2 h 14 min.

Is You Don't Know Jack based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on You Don't Know Jack?

Critics83
Audiences79

Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see You Don't Know Jack much the same way.

What language is You Don't Know Jack in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch You Don't Know Jack?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for You Don't Know Jack in 82 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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