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Adam

2019·Movie
1h 35min

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Romantic and melancholic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age8
  • Romance7
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Some cringe comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor7
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor5

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and pop culture

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Being yourself isn't always straightforward.

Adam, an awkward teen, spends a summer with his older sister, who is part of New York City's lesbian and trans activist scene. He meets the girl of his dreams but can't figure out how to tell her he's not the trans man she thinks he is.
LGBTQ+ Coming-of-AgeAwkward RomanceTransgender IssuesNew York CityContemporaryCringe ComedySocial CommentaryIdentity Crisis

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Adam legally?

Adam is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Adam worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 4.3, Rotten Tomatoes 73%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Adam rated?

Sexual contentStrong language

Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.

How long is Adam?

1 h 35 min

Adam runs 1 h 35 min.

Is Adam based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Adam?

Critics69
Audiences34

Not quite. Critics rate Adam higher (69) than audiences (34). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Adam in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Adam?

58ADARATAUBEBGBOBRBZCHCLCOCRCZ+44

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Adam in 58 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.