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The 'Maggie'

1954·Movie
1h 32min
73
GoodGoodWatch score

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Funny, emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Heartwarming and hopeful

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Class and money

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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The poor, elderly—and the wily, when it comes to parting those who can afford it from their money—Scottish skipper of a broken-down old 'puffer' boat tricks an American tycoon into paying him to transport his personal cargo. When the tycoon learns of the trick, he attempts to track down the boat and remove his possessions.
Ealing ComedyScottish CharmGentle HumorDavid vs. GoliathCulture ClashWily UnderdogMid-Century BritainFeel-Good Classic

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The 'Maggie' legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The 'Maggie' worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The 'Maggie'?

1 h 32 min

The 'Maggie' runs 1 h 32 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The 'Maggie'?

Critics80
Audiences68

Not quite. Critics rate The 'Maggie' higher (80) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The 'Maggie' in?

EnglishScottish Gaelic

It was made in English, with some Scottish Gaelic. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The 'Maggie'?

28BGCACYCZDKEEESFIGBGGGRHRHUIE+14

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The 'Maggie' in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.