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Chicken People

2016·Movie
1h 23min
IMDb7.0Metacritic817.3Rotten Tomatoes100%66%

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Chicken People fingerprint

Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Character Depth6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

May the best chicken win

The trials and tribulations of those who breed exotic birds in the world of competitive poultry; three remarkably rich and diverse personalities who come together to compete in their shared passion to raise the perfect chicken. The film will follow the struggles and triumphs of these characters, along with a wide array of competitors-both human and chicken-from the Ohio National Poultry Show, considered the Westminster of Chickens, to the Dixie Classic in Tennessee.
Poultry ObsessionAnimal CompetitionExotic ChickensAmerican EccentricsHeartwarmingCharacter-DrivenSmall-Town CharmDocumentary

Crew

Directed by:
Nicole Lucas Haimes
Composed by:
Michael Hearst

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Chicken People

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Chicken People legally?

PrimeThe RokuKanopyHooplaPluto TVPlexTubi TV

Chicken People 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 Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. 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 Chicken People worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 81). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Chicken People?

1 h 23 min

Chicken People runs 1 h 23 min.

Is Chicken People based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Chicken People?

Critics91
Audiences70

Not quite. Critics rate Chicken People higher (91) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Chicken People in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Chicken People?

131ADAGALAOARATAUAZBABBBEBFBGBM+117

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Chicken People in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.