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Black Widow

2021·Movie
2h 14min·PG-13
71
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High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos6
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy4
  • Dark Humor4

World

Family and crime

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality4
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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About

Her world. Her secrets. Her legacy.

Natasha Romanoff, also known as Black Widow, confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises. Pursued by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her down, Natasha must deal with her history as a spy and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger.
Spy Action ThrillerFound Family DynamicsHigh-Octane StuntsMarvel Cinematic UniverseFemale-Led Superhero FilmGlobal EspionageEmotional ResonanceBlockbuster Spectacle

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Black Widow

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Black Widow legally?

Black Widow is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. 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 Black Widow worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 79%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Black Widow rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

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

How long is Black Widow?

2 h 14 min

Black Widow runs 2 h 14 min.

Is Black Widow based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on Black Widow?

Critics74
Audiences69

Yes. Critics average 74 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see Black Widow much the same way.

Was Black Widow a box office hit?

Budget$200 million
Box office$380 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $200 million to make and earned $380 million worldwide, 1.9 times its budget.

What language is Black Widow in?

EnglishRussian

It was made in English, with some Russian. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Black Widow?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Black Widow in 84 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Black Widow use?

Death of a ChildCloth FuInstantly Proven WrongCall-Forward10-Minute RetirementEmpathy Doll Shot"I Know You're in There Somewhere" FightBut for Me, It Was TuesdayHero Stole My BikeThe AtonerAwesome Personnel CarrierCreate Your Own Villainand 270 more

TV Tropes lists 282 storytelling tropes for Black Widow, including Death of a Child, Cloth Fu, Instantly Proven Wrong.