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mid90s

2018·Movie
1h 26min·R
IMDb7.4Metacritic667.5Rotten Tomatoes81%81%

Where to watch

NetflixHBO MaxKanopyCinemax

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mid90s fingerprint

Striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Violence5

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age10
  • Nostalgia8
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor4
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Growing up, everyday modern life, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

fall. get back up.

In 1990s Los Angeles, a 13-year-old spends his summer navigating between a troubled home life and a crew of new friends he meets at a skate shop.
90s NostalgiaComing-of-Age StorySkate CultureLos Angeles SettingTroubled YouthFriendship & BelongingIndie Film AestheticAuthentic DialogueEmotional Realism

Crew

Directed by:
Jonah Hill, Scott Robertson, Spencer Taylor
Written by:
Jonah Hill
Produced by:
Jonah Hill, Scott Rudin, Scott Robertson
Composed by:
Trent Reznor, Aaron Glascock, Aaron Glascock

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about mid90s

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream mid90s legally?

NetflixHBO MaxKanopyCinemax

mid90s is included with a subscription to Netflix and HBO Max in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. 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 mid90s worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is mid90s rated?

RStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and drug use.

How long is mid90s?

1 h 26 min

mid90s runs 1 h 26 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on mid90s?

Critics74
Audiences77

Yes. Critics average 74 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see mid90s much the same way.

Was mid90s a box office hit?

Budget$2 million
Box office$9 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $9 million worldwide, 5.5 times its budget.

What language is mid90s in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch mid90s?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for mid90s in 57 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does mid90s use?

Children Are InnocentShout-OutNice GuyCurb-Stomp BattleStacy's Momall lowercase lettersThe Day the Music LiedDidn't Think This ThroughLong-Haired Pretty BoyThe '90s"The Reason You Suck" SpeechBrick Jokeand 32 more

TV Tropes lists 44 storytelling tropes for mid90s, including Children Are Innocent, Shout-Out, Nice Guy.