The Free World

2016·Movie
1h 40min·R
IMDb6.1Metacritic46–Rotten Tomatoes53%54%

Where to watch

PhiloAMC+KanopySundance Now

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The Free World fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy8
  • Romance7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor2
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Only love can truly set us free.

Following his release from a brutal stretch in prison for crimes he didn't commit, Mo is struggling to adapt to life on the outside. When his world collides with Doris, a mysterious woman with a violent past, he decides to risk his newfound freedom to keep her in his life.
Post-Prison DramaPsychological ThrillerNeo-Noir RomanceBleak & GrittyCharacter StudyCrime & JusticeIntense RelationshipsSocial RealismMoral Dilemmas

Crew

Directed by:
Jason Lew, Chuck Picerni Jr., Ardy Brent Carlson
Written by:
Jason Lew
Produced by:
Rich Delia, Laura Rister, Justin Coulter
Composed by:
Tim Hoogenakker, Anthony Vanchure, Tim Hecker

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Free World

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Free World legally?

PhiloAMC+KanopySundance Now

The Free World is included with a subscription to Philo and Sundance Now in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. 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 The Free World worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 53%, and Metacritic 46). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Free World rated?

RViolenceStrong languageSexual content

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

How long is The Free World?

1 h 40 min

The Free World runs 1 h 40 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Free World?

Critics50
Audiences58

Not quite. Audiences rate The Free World higher (58) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Free World in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Free World?

10AUESGBGGIEITNZSMUSVA

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Free World in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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