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Seabiscuit

2003·Movie
2h 21min·PG-13
IMDb7.3Metacritic727.1Rotten Tomatoes77%76%

Where to watch

fuboTVParamount+KanopyHoopla

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Seabiscuit fingerprint

High energy, big heart, no humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Uplifting and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Catharsis9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Sports, history, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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About

The hopes of a nation rode on a long shot.

True story of the undersized Depression-era racehorse whose victories lifted not only the spirits of the team behind it but also those of their nation.
Inspirational Sports DramaUnderdog StoryDepression-EraHistorical BiographyResilience & HopeEmotional JourneyCharacter-DrivenFound FamilyRousing

Crew

Directed by:
Gary Ross, Dan Bradley, Adam Somner
Written by:
Gary Ross, Laura Hillenbrand
Produced by:
Tobey Maguire, Frank Marshall, Kathleen Kennedy
Composed by:
Andy Nelson, Randy Newman, Anna Behlmer

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Seabiscuit

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Seabiscuit legally?

fuboTVParamount+KanopyHoopla

Seabiscuit is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. 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 Seabiscuit worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 72). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Seabiscuit rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Seabiscuit?

2 h 21 min

Seabiscuit runs 2 h 21 min.

Is Seabiscuit based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Seabiscuit?

Critics75
Audiences73

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 73 out of 100, so both groups see Seabiscuit much the same way.

Was Seabiscuit a box office hit?

Budget$87 million
Box office$148 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $87 million to make and earned $148 million worldwide, 1.7 times its budget.

What language is Seabiscuit in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Seabiscuit?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Seabiscuit in 29 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Seabiscuit use?

Smug SnakeParental AbandonmentWham LineAnd StarringEnd of an AgeArtistic License – HistoryArmor-Piercing QuestionThe Great DepressionIt's All My FaultBirds of a FeatherExpecting Someone TallerDavid Versus Goliathand 24 more

TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Seabiscuit, including Smug Snake, Parental Abandonment, Wham Line.