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Beast

2018Movie1 h 47 minR

CrimeMystery
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic747.0Rotten Tomatoes92%75%

A nerve-racking, melancholic mystery movie about crime and the mind, with standout characters.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Story

Be careful what you unleash

A troubled woman living in an isolated community finds herself pulled between the control of her oppressive family and the allure of a secretive outsider suspected of a series of brutal murders.

Feels like

  • Psychological Thriller
  • Gothic Romance
  • Murder Mystery
  • Rural Noir
  • Intense & Moody
  • Character Study
  • Oppressive Family Dynamics
  • Dark & Brooding
  • Social Outcast Theme
  • Slow-Burn Suspense

Cast

17 of 17

Crew

Directed by
Michael Pearce
Written by
Michael Pearce
Produced by
Ivana MacKinnon, Kristian Brodie, Lauren Dark
Music by
Jim Williams

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

April 18, 2018 · 1 h 47 min · R

Released
April 18, 2018
Runtime
1 h 47 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Mystery, Crime, Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
45 countries

Tropes

Death by Adaptation, Giant Squid, Jerkass Has a Point +9

  • Death by Adaptation
  • Giant Squid
  • Jerkass Has a Point
  • Only in It for the Money
  • Spared by the Adaptation
  • Developing Doomed Characters
  • Roaring Rampage of Revenge
  • Composite Character
  • Evil-Detecting Dog
  • Shut Up, Kirk!
  • Dirty Coward
  • Canon Foreigner

12 of 37 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Beast?"

Questions about Beast

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Beast?

PrimeThe RokuThe CWKanopyHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with Ads

In the United States, Beast streams on Prime, Lionsgate+, and Starz, and it is free with ads on The Roku, The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, and Amazon MX Player. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 20 other countries.

Is Beast worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 74). Critics rate it higher (83 out of 100) than audiences (71).

Is Beast good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

What tropes does Beast use?

Death by AdaptationGiant SquidJerkass Has a PointOnly in It for the MoneySpared by the AdaptationDeveloping Doomed CharactersRoaring Rampage of RevengeComposite CharacterEvil-Detecting DogShut Up, Kirk!Dirty CowardCanon Foreignerand 25 more

TV Tropes lists 37 tropes for it, including Death by Adaptation, Giant Squid, and Jerkass Has a Point.