Hesburgh

2019·Movie
1h 44min
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.9Metacritic90–Rotten Tomatoes81%100%

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Hesburgh fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Uplifting and wholesome

  • Hopefulness9
  • Wholesome7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

A real life story, history, and politics

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

He counseled presidents and popes, served on corporate boards and infuriated Richard Nixon. He was one of the only friends to whom Ann Landers turned for advice. During his 35 years as president of the University of Notre Dame, Theodore Hesburgh became one of the most influential and inspiring people of the 20th century.
Biographical DocumentaryInspiring LeadershipHistorical FigureSocial ActivismEducationalSpiritual JourneyPolitical Influence20th Century HistoryCharacter Study

Crew

Directed by:
Patrick Creadon
Written by:
William Neal, Nick Andert, Jerry Barca
Produced by:
Christine O'Malley, Jerry Barca
Composed by:
Alex Mansour

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Hesburgh

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Hesburgh legally?

PrimeKanopyHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TV

Hesburgh is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. 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 Hesburgh worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 90). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Hesburgh?

1 h 44 min

Hesburgh runs 1 h 44 min.

Is Hesburgh based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Hesburgh?

Critics86
Audiences90

Yes. Critics average 86 and audiences 90 out of 100, so both groups see Hesburgh much the same way.

What language is Hesburgh in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch Hesburgh?

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