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Tucker and Dale vs. Evil

2010·Movie
1h 29min·R
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5Metacritic657.9Rotten Tomatoes86%85%
IMDb7.5Metacritic657.9Rotten Tomatoes86%85%

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Tucker and Dale vs. Evil fingerprint

Very funny, high energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Family Dynamics4

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and dark humor

  • Physical Comedy9
  • Dark Humor9
  • Situational Comedy8

World

Society

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • Novelty8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Evil just messed with the wrong hillbillies.

Two hillbillies are suspected of being killers by a group of paranoid college kids camping near the duo's West Virginian cabin. As the body count climbs, so does the fear and confusion as the college kids try to seek revenge against the pair.
Horror ComedySlasher ParodyMisunderstanding-Driven PlotOver-the-Top ViolenceClever SatireCult ClassicHilarious Physical ComedyUnexpected TwistsDarkly Humorous

Crew

Directed by:
Eli Craig, Jason Furukawa, Marion Milner
Written by:
Eli Craig, Morgan Jurgenson
Produced by:
Anne McCarthy, Deepak Nayar, Sean Milliken
Composed by:
Chris Duesterdiek, Michael Playfair, Dario DiSanto

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Tucker and Dale vs. Evil

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Where can I stream Tucker and Dale vs. Evil legally?

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Tucker and Dale vs. Evil is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. 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 Tucker and Dale vs. Evil worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tucker and Dale vs. Evil rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Tucker and Dale vs. Evil?

1 h 29 min

Tucker and Dale vs. Evil runs 1 h 29 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Tucker and Dale vs. Evil?

Critics76
Audiences80

Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 80 out of 100, so both groups see Tucker and Dale vs. Evil much the same way.

Was Tucker and Dale vs. Evil a box office hit?

Budget$5 million
Box office$5 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 1.0 times its budget.

What language is Tucker and Dale vs. Evil in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Tucker and Dale vs. Evil?

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

What tropes does Tucker and Dale vs. Evil use?

Machete MayhemBig Damn HeroesTrailers Always SpoilLike Father, Like SonBait-and-SwitchBig Friendly DogMurder by CremationDull SurpriseBatter Up!Horror Doesn't Settle for Simple TuesdayGenre ShiftProtagonist-Centered Moralityand 153 more

TV Tropes lists 165 storytelling tropes for Tucker and Dale vs. Evil, including Machete Mayhem, Big Damn Heroes, Trailers Always Spoil.