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Cowboy Up

2002·Movie
1h 45min·PG-13
68
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High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Violence6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos6
  • Coming of Age6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Sports, family, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Professional bullriding... it's not a sport, it's war!

"Cowboy Up" is a celebration of the risk-taking, daredevil personalities of modern rodeo. In the world of professional bull riding, newcomer Ely Braxton (Marcus Thomas) is the craziest guy around; his brother Hank (Kiefer Sutherland) is a rodeo clown, and the two use each other to play up their acts. But love may be one thing that tears the brothers apart. When Ely falls for the rodeo's sweetheart (Daryl Hannah), Hank is filled with jealousy and hatred. The brothers try to come to grips with their differences, but the competition gets as fierce as the bulls in the ring.
Rodeo CultureBrotherhoodRisk-TakingFamily DramaCompetitive SpiritSmall-Town SettingComing-of-Age ThemesModern Western

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Cowboy Up legally?

Cowboy Up 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 YouTube Free and Tubi TV. 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 Cowboy Up worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Cowboy Up rated?

PG-13Strong language

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

How long is Cowboy Up?

1 h 45 min

Cowboy Up runs 1 h 45 min.

What language is Cowboy Up in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Cowboy Up?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Cowboy Up in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.