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Wonderland

2003·Movie
1h 44min·R
50
MediocreGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Sex, drugs, murder. Welcome to L.A.

On the afternoon of July 1, 1981, Los Angeles police responded to a distress call on Wonderland Avenue and discovered a grisly quadruple homicide. The police investigation that followed uncovered two versions of the events leading up to the brutal murders - both involving legendary porn actor John Holmes.
Crime DramaPorn IndustryLos Angeles1980sMysteryPsychologicalViolenceDark

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Wonderland

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Wonderland legally?

Wonderland is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Starz, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Wonderland worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 34%, and Metacritic 43). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Wonderland rated?

RViolenceDrug useStrong languageSexual content

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, drug use, strong language, and sexual content.

How long is Wonderland?

1 h 44 min

Wonderland runs 1 h 44 min.

Is Wonderland based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Wonderland?

Critics39
Audiences63

Not quite. Audiences rate Wonderland higher (63) than critics (39). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Wonderland a box office hit?

Budget$5 million
Box office$2 million

No. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 49% of its budget.

What language is Wonderland in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Wonderland?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wonderland in 45 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Wonderland use?

Self-Serving MemoryPolitically Incorrect VillainCloser to EarthFamed in StoryShown Their WorkWill Punish Your Friend For Your FailureThe Missus and the ExHistorical Villain DowngradeBerserk ButtonNo-Holds-Barred BeatdownDVD Bonus ContentSole Survivorand 46 more

TV Tropes lists 58 storytelling tropes for Wonderland, including Self-Serving Memory, Politically Incorrect Villain, Closer to Earth.