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Mr. Nice

2010·Movie
2h 1min·R
IMDb6.4Metacritic606.0Rotten Tomatoes53%43%

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Mr. Nice fingerprint

Strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Nostalgia6
  • Romance5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Satire & Parody4

World

A real life story, history, and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBackground WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

43 Aliases. 89 Phone Lines. This is the Story of Howard Marks.

Biopic about 1970s Welsh marijuana trafficker Howard Marks, whose inventive smuggling schemes made him a huge success in the drug trade, as well as leading to dealings with both the IRA and British Intelligence. Based on Marks' biography with the same title.
BiopicDrug Trafficking1970sBritishCrimeIRAIntelligenceMarijuanaUndercover

Crew

Directed by:
Bernard Rose
Written by:
Bernard Rose, Howard Marks
Produced by:
Luc Roeg, Lisa Enos, Norman Merry
Composed by:
Philip Glass, Robert Farr, James Bellamy

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Mr. Nice

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Where can I stream Mr. Nice legally?

PrimeThe RokuHooplaPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVAmazon MX Player

Mr. Nice is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. 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 Mr. Nice worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 53%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Mr. Nice rated?

RDrug useStrong language

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

How long is Mr. Nice?

2 h 1 min

Mr. Nice runs 2 h 1 min.

Is Mr. Nice based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Mr. Nice?

Critics57
Audiences56

Yes. Critics average 57 and audiences 56 out of 100, so both groups see Mr. Nice much the same way.

What language is Mr. Nice in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Spain, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Mr. Nice?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mr. Nice in 26 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.