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The Last Command

1955·Movie
1h 50min·NR
56
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, no humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Deeply moving and cathartic

  • Pathos9
  • Catharsis8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, war, and a real life story

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

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THE BUGLE SOUNDS... No Mercy! No Quarter! for the brave women and 180 gallant men!

During the Texas War of Independence of 1836 American frontiersman and pioneer Jim Bowie pleads for caution with the rebellious Texicans. They don't heed his advice since he's a Mexican citizen, married to the daughter of the Mexican vice-governor of the province and a friend to General Santa Anna since the days they had fought together for Mexico's independence. After serving as president for 22 years, Santa Anna has become too powerful and arrogant. He rules Mexico with an iron fist and he would not allow Texas to self-govern. Bowie sides with the Texans in their bid for independence and urges a cautious strategy, given Santa Anna's power and cunning. Despite the disagreement between the Texicans and Bowie regarding the right strategy they ask Bowie to lead them in a last-ditch stand, at Alamo, against General Santa Anna's numerically superior forces.
Historical EpicAlamo BattleWar DramaBiographical DramaFrontier SagaHeroic SacrificePolitical ConflictClassic HollywoodAmerican History

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Questions about The Last Command

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Where can I stream The Last Command legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Last Command worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Last Command rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Last Command?

1 h 50 min

The Last Command runs 1 h 50 min.

Is The Last Command based on a true story?

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

What language is The Last Command in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Last Command?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Last Command in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Last Command use?

Humble PieThe Hero DiesFallen-on-Hard-Times JobBreak the HaughtyChekhov's GunMy Master, Right or WrongInspired by…Biting-the-Hand HumorLaser-Guided KarmaPietà PlagiarismSpiteful SpitRoyal Bloodand 29 more

TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for The Last Command, including Humble Pie, The Hero Dies, Fallen-on-Hard-Times Job.