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Strange but True

2019·Movie
1h 36min·PG-13
55
DecentGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Melancholy7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Romance6

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Mystery, the mind, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Ambiguity7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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Some things are impossible to conceive.

A woman surprises the family of her deceased boyfriend by telling them she's pregnant with his child.
Psychological MysteryFamily SecretsSmall TownUnexpected PregnancyPast TraumaIntriguing PlotCharacter-DrivenSuspensefulMelancholy

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Strange but True

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Where can I stream Strange but True legally?

Strange but True is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Tubi TV. 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 Strange but True worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 55%, and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Strange but True rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Strange but True?

1 h 36 min

Strange but True runs 1 h 36 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Strange but True?

Critics55
Audiences56

Yes. Critics average 55 and audiences 56 out of 100, so both groups see Strange but True much the same way.

What language is Strange but True in?

English

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

In how many countries can I watch Strange but True?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Strange but True in 51 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.