Apollo 13

1995·Movie
2h 20min·PG

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Uplifting and cathartic

  • Hopefulness9
  • Catharsis8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, a real life story, and technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability8
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Narrative Structure9

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

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About

"Houston, we have a problem."

The true story of technical troubles that scuttle the Apollo 13 lunar mission in 1970, risking the lives of astronaut Jim Lovell and his crew, with the failed journey turning into a thrilling saga of heroism. Drifting more than 200,000 miles from Earth, the astronauts work furiously with the ground crew to avert tragedy.
Space DisasterTrue Story DramaHeroic SurvivalTechnical ThrillerHuman IngenuitySuspensefulInspirational1970s HistoryTeamwork

Actors

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Apollo 13

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Apollo 13 legally?

Apollo 13 is included with a subscription to Netflix, Philo, YouTube TV, and MGM+ in the United States. 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 Apollo 13 worth watching?

88
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Apollo 13 rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Apollo 13?

2 h 20 min

Apollo 13 runs 2 h 20 min.

Is Apollo 13 based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Apollo 13?

Critics97
Audiences81

Not quite. Critics rate Apollo 13 higher (97) than audiences (81). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Apollo 13 a box office hit?

Budget$52 million
Box office$355 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $52 million to make and earned $355 million worldwide, 6.8 times its budget.

What language is Apollo 13 in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Apollo 13?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Apollo 13 in 135 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Apollo 13 use?

Good Is BoringShown Their WorkSpaceship Slingshot StuntLifesaving MisfortuneDoes This Remind You of Anything?Chekhov's GunCigarette of AnxietyNegated Moment of AwesomeBittersweet EndingAir VoyanceSmall Role, Big ImpactRemote Vitals Monitoringand 197 more

TV Tropes lists 209 storytelling tropes for Apollo 13, including Good Is Boring, Shown Their Work, Spaceship Slingshot Stunt.

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