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The Evil That Men Do

1984·Movie
1h 30min·R
IMDb5.9Metacritic32–Rotten Tomatoes40%39%

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Relentless energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and brutally violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis8
  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Crime, politics, and society

  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability5
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

Most criminals answer to the law. The world's most savage executioner must answer to Bronson.

A former assassin (Charles Bronson) comes out of retirement to avenge the brutal murder of his friend at the hands of a sadistic torturer (Joseph Maher) employed by an oppressive foreign dictatorship.
Violent Revenge ThrillerGrim & GrittyCharles Bronson ActionOppressive RegimeSadistic VillainVengeance QuestRetro 80s ActionJustice Against EvilDark ThemesExploitation Cinema

Crew

Directed by:
J. Lee Thompson, Ernie F. Orsatti, Gordon A. Webb
Written by:
R. Lance Hill, R. Lance Hill, John Crowther
Produced by:
Jill Ireland, Lance Hool, Pancho Kohner
Composed by:
Michael Minkler, John Post, Richard Shorr

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Evil That Men Do

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Where can I stream The Evil That Men Do legally?

PrimefuboTVThe RokuShout! Factory TVPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsShout! FactoryTubi TV

The Evil That Men Do is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Shout! Factory TV, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Evil That Men Do worth watching?

37
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 38/100 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 40%, and Metacritic 32). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Evil That Men Do rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.

How long is The Evil That Men Do?

1 h 30 min

The Evil That Men Do runs 1 h 30 min.

Is The Evil That Men Do based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Evil That Men Do?

Critics36
Audiences49

Not quite. Audiences rate The Evil That Men Do higher (49) than critics (36). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Evil That Men Do a box office hit?

Budget$5 million
Box office$13 million

Yes. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $13 million worldwide, 2.8 times its budget.

What language is The Evil That Men Do in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in Mexico, United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Evil That Men Do?

8ATBRCACHDEESKRUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Evil That Men Do in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Evil That Men Do use?

Fan DisserviceWall of WeaponsOffice GolfBlackmailForced to WatchThrowing Off the DisabilityBanana RepublicIt's PersonalTempting FatePerfectly Cromulent WordMeaningful NameHuman Shieldand 55 more

TV Tropes lists 67 storytelling tropes for The Evil That Men Do, including Fan Disservice, Wall of Weapons, Office Golf.