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Good Guys Wear Black

1978Movie1 h 35 minPG

32
BadGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2Rotten Tomatoes17%38%
32
BadGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2Rotten Tomatoes17%38%

Summary

The former leader of a commando rescue attempt into Vietnam tries to discover why his squad members are being murdered, one-by-one, after the war is over.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Party vibe
  • Teens

Skip it if

  • Graphic violence bothers you

Where to watch

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Cast

11 of 11

Crew

Directed by
Ted Post
Written by
Mark Medoff, Joseph Fraley, Bruce Cohn
Music by
Craig Safan

Everyone

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Facts

June 1, 1978 · 1 h 35 min · PG

Released
June 1, 1978
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Action
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$1 million
Box office
$18 million
Available in
16 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Good Guys Wear Black?"

Questions about Good Guys Wear Black

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Good Guys Wear Black worth watching?

32
BadGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 32 (IMDb 5.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 17%). Audiences rate it higher (45 out of 100) than critics (17).

Is Good Guys Wear Black okay for kids?

PGViolenceStrong language

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Is Good Guys Wear Black plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: intrigue (8 of 10) and mystery (8 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.

Was Good Guys Wear Black a box office hit?

Budget$1 million
Box office$18 million

Yes, a big one: it cost about $1 million to make and earned $18 million worldwide, 18.3 times its budget.