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Erin Brockovich

2000·Movie
2h 11min·R
78
GreatGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, striking style.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Uplifting and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Catharsis8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, society, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

She brought a small town to its feet and a huge company to its knees.

A twice-divorced mother of three who sees an injustice, takes on the bad guy and wins -- with a little help from her push-up bra. Erin goes to work for an attorney and comes across medical records describing illnesses clustered in one nearby town. She starts investigating and soon exposes a monumental cover-up.
Legal DramaBiographicalSocial JusticeWorking-Class HeroCorporate AccountabilityEnvironmentalismDavid vs. GoliathInspirationalStrong Female Lead

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Erin Brockovich

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Where can I stream Erin Brockovich legally?

Erin Brockovich is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. 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 Erin Brockovich worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 87%, and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Erin Brockovich rated?

RStrong language

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

How long is Erin Brockovich?

2 h 11 min

Erin Brockovich runs 2 h 11 min.

Is Erin Brockovich based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Erin Brockovich?

Critics80
Audiences77

Yes. Critics average 80 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see Erin Brockovich much the same way.

Was Erin Brockovich a box office hit?

Budget$52 million
Box office$256 million

Yes. It cost about $52 million to make and earned $256 million worldwide, 4.9 times its budget.

What language is Erin Brockovich in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Erin Brockovich?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Erin Brockovich in 118 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Erin Brockovich use?

Amoral AttorneyWham ShotA Million Is a StatisticHair-Trigger TemperHello, Attorney!I Broke a NailBreak Them by Talking20 Minutes into the PastI Have Boobs, You Must Obey!Historical Hero UpgradeBased on a True StoryWham Lineand 35 more

TV Tropes lists 47 storytelling tropes for Erin Brockovich, including Amoral Attorney, Wham Shot, A Million Is a Statistic.