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Lizzie

2018·Movie
1h 46min·R
59
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Romantic and melancholic

  • Romance7
  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1

World

History, the mind, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

The legend of Lizzie Borden

Massachusetts, 1892. An unmarried woman of 32 and a social outcast, Lizzie lives a claustrophobic life under her father's cold and domineering control. When Bridget Sullivan, a young maid, comes to work for the family, Lizzie finds a sympathetic, kindred spirit, and a secret intimacy soon blossoms into a wicked plan.
Lizzie BordenHistorical DramaPsychological ThrillerOppressionForbidden LoveParanoidTensionBleakSlow Burn

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Lizzie legally?

Lizzie is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, 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 Lizzie worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 66%, and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Lizzie rated?

RViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, and strong language.

How long is Lizzie?

1 h 46 min

Lizzie runs 1 h 46 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Lizzie?

Critics63
Audiences55

Not quite. Critics rate Lizzie higher (63) than audiences (55). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Lizzie in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Lizzie?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Lizzie in 47 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Lizzie use?

Handicapped BadassKick the DogHistorical Beauty UpgradeVomit Discretion ShotAgony of the FeetAbusive ParentsRage Breaking PointFan DisserviceArtistic License – HistoryBittersweet EndingHistorical Villain UpgradeDeadpan Snarkerand 11 more

TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for Lizzie, including Handicapped Badass, Kick the Dog, Historical Beauty Upgrade.