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The Spitfire Grill

1996·Movie
1h 57min·PG-13
54
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Violence3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Cathartic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Catharsis9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Family, everyday modern life, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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About

To a town with no future, comes a girl with a past.

Percy, upon being released from prison, goes to the small town of Gillead, to find a place where she can start over again. She is taken in by Hannah, to help out at her place, the Spitfire Grill. Percy brings change to the small town, stirring resentment and fear in some, and growth in others.
Small-Town DramaRedemption ArcFemale FriendshipEmotional CatharsisQuiet Character StudyMelancholic HopeIndependent Film SensibilityStrong Lead PerformancesPoetic Realism

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Spitfire Grill

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Where can I stream The Spitfire Grill legally?

The Spitfire Grill is included with a subscription to Hoopla in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Spitfire Grill worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 7 and Rotten Tomatoes 39%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Spitfire Grill rated?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Spitfire Grill?

1 h 57 min

The Spitfire Grill runs 1 h 57 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Spitfire Grill?

Critics39
Audiences73

Not quite. Audiences rate The Spitfire Grill higher (73) than critics (39). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Spitfire Grill a box office hit?

Budget$6 million
Box office$13 million

Yes. It cost about $6 million to make and earned $13 million worldwide, 2.1 times its budget.

What language is The Spitfire Grill in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Spitfire Grill?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Spitfire Grill in 14 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Spitfire Grill use?

Gender-Blender NameThe Hero DiesJust Got Out of Jail

TV Tropes lists 3 storytelling tropes for The Spitfire Grill, including Gender-Blender Name, The Hero Dies, Just Got Out of Jail.