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The Wedding Guest

2019·Movie
1h 36min
IMDb5.8Metacritic576.0Rotten Tomatoes45%36%

Where to watch

PhiloAMC+KanopySundance NowIFC Films Unlimited

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance4
  • Pathos4
  • Catharsis4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Jay is a man with a secret who travels from Britain to Pakistan to attend a wedding—armed with duct tape, a shotgun, and a plan to kidnap the bride-to-be. Jay and his hostage end up on the run across the border and through the railway stations, back alleys, and black markets of New Delhi.
KidnappingThrillerOn the RunSouth AsiaCrimeIntrigueSuspensefulFast-PacedContemporary

Crew

Directed by:
Michael Winterbottom
Written by:
Michael Winterbottom
Produced by:
Dev Patel, Michael Winterbottom, Deepak Nayar
Composed by:
Harry Escott

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream The Wedding Guest legally?

PhiloAMC+KanopySundance NowIFC Films Unlimited

The Wedding Guest is included with a subscription to Philo, AMC+, and Sundance Now in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. 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 Wedding Guest worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 45%, and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Wedding Guest rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is The Wedding Guest?

1 h 36 min

The Wedding Guest runs 1 h 36 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Wedding Guest?

Critics51
Audiences51

Yes. Critics average 51 and audiences 51 out of 100, so both groups see The Wedding Guest much the same way.

What language is The Wedding Guest in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in India, United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Wedding Guest?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Wedding Guest in 97 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.