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The Newton Boys

1998·Movie
2h 2min·PG-13

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Pathos5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Crime and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

History is about to catch up with America's most successful bank robbers.

The story of the Newton gang, the most successful bank robbers in history, owing to their good planning and minimal violence.
Bank Robbery1920s AmericaFamily CrimeHistorical DramaBrotherhoodOutlaw LifeAmerican HistoryHigh-Stakes HeistBased on True Events

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Newton Boys

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Newton Boys legally?

The Newton Boys is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. 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 The Newton Boys worth watching?

59
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 64%, and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Newton Boys rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

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

How long is The Newton Boys?

2 h 2 min

The Newton Boys runs 2 h 2 min.

Is The Newton Boys based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on The Newton Boys?

Critics61
Audiences57

Yes. Critics average 61 and audiences 57 out of 100, so both groups see The Newton Boys much the same way.

Was The Newton Boys a box office hit?

Budget$27 million
Box office$10 million

No. It cost about $27 million to make and earned $10 million worldwide, 39% of its budget.

What language is The Newton Boys in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Newton Boys?

43ARATAUBEBOBZCACHCLCOCRDEDKDO+29

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Newton Boys in 43 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Newton Boys use?

Alcohol-Induced IdiocyThe Baby of the BunchSympathetic Inspector AntagonistTrain JobHappily MarriedCowboyTrue CompanionsRetired OutlawChekhov's GunmanDirty CopDemolitions ExpertBadass Bystanderand 1 more

TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for The Newton Boys, including Alcohol-Induced Idiocy, The Baby of the Bunch, Sympathetic Inspector Antagonist.