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Machine Gun Preacher

2011·Movie
2h 9min·R
50
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Metacritic436.6Rotten Tomatoes28%62%
IMDb6.7Metacritic436.6Rotten Tomatoes28%62%

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fuboTVParamount+KanopyStarz

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Moving and cathartic

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and society

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Hope is the greatest weapon of all

The true story of Sam Childers, a former drug-dealing biker who finds God and became a crusader for hundreds of Sudanese children who've been kidnapped and pressed into duty as soldiers.
BiopicAction ThrillerChristian CrusaderAfrican ConflictRedemption StoryViolence and FaithSocial JusticeIntense and Gritty

Crew

Directed by:
Marc Forster
Written by:
Jason Keller
Produced by:
Gerard Butler, Marc Forster, Adi Shankar
Composed by:
Chris Cornell, Lora Hirschberg, Season Kent

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Machine Gun Preacher

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Where can I stream Machine Gun Preacher legally?

fuboTVParamount+KanopyStarz

Machine Gun Preacher is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Machine Gun Preacher worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 28%, and Metacritic 43). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Machine Gun Preacher rated?

RViolenceDrug use

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

How long is Machine Gun Preacher?

2 h 9 min

Machine Gun Preacher runs 2 h 9 min.

Is Machine Gun Preacher based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Machine Gun Preacher?

Critics36
Audiences65

Not quite. Audiences rate Machine Gun Preacher higher (65) than critics (36). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Machine Gun Preacher a box office hit?

Budget$30 million
Box office$3 million

No. It cost about $30 million to make and earned $3 million worldwide, 11% of its budget.

What language is Machine Gun Preacher in?

EnglishArabic

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

In how many countries can I watch Machine Gun Preacher?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Machine Gun Preacher in 48 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Machine Gun Preacher use?

He Who Fights MonstersChildren Forced to KillTook a Level in JerkassChurch MilitantBadass PreacherThe Dog Bites BackBadass BikerHistorical Beauty UpdateAfrican TerroristsCluster F-BombGone Horribly RightHeel–Faith Turnand 7 more

TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for Machine Gun Preacher, including He Who Fights Monsters, Children Forced to Kill, Took a Level in Jerkass.