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The Sunset Limited

2011·Movie
1h 31min·R
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.3Rotten Tomatoes68%80%
IMDb7.3Rotten Tomatoes68%80%

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A , drama: , but gripping, .

Good for friends night · comfort watch · thought-provoking

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Nothing is ever black or white.

A deeply religious black ex-con thwarts the suicide attempt of an asocial white college professor who tries to throw himself in front of an oncoming subway train, 'The Sunset Limited.' As the one attempts to connect on a rational, spiritual and emotional level, the other remains steadfast in his hard-earned despair. Locked in a philosophical debate, both passionately defend their personal credos and try to convert the other.
Philosophical DebateSuicide AttemptRedemptionExistential CrisisSpiritual StruggleContemporary SettingCharacter StudyDialogue-DrivenThought-Provoking

Crew

Directed by:
Tommy Lee Jones
Written by:
Cormac McCarthy, Cormac McCarthy
Produced by:
Tommy Lee Jones, Barbara A. Hall, Wesley A. Oliver
Composed by:
Marco Beltrami, Skip Lievsay, David Bach

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Sunset Limited

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Sunset Limited legally?

HBO Max

The Sunset Limited is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. 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 Sunset Limited worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 68%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Sunset Limited rated?

RSuicide themesStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: suicide themes and strong language.

How long is The Sunset Limited?

1 h 31 min

The Sunset Limited runs 1 h 31 min.

Will The Sunset Limited make me laugh?

Light

A little. The humor is mostly sharp wit.

Is The Sunset Limited plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven. It leans on dialogue centrality and character depth more than on its plot.

Can I half-watch The Sunset Limited?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention. The plot is layered, and it's easy to lose the thread.

Is The Sunset Limited good for date night?

AdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

Not really. Our viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Will The Sunset Limited scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

No.

Will I feel good after watching The Sunset Limited?

BleakHopeful

Probably not. Its tone is bleak and sad.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Sunset Limited?

Critics68
Audiences77

Not quite. Audiences rate The Sunset Limited higher (77) than critics (68). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Sunset Limited in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Sunset Limited?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Sunset Limited in 89 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Sunset Limited use?

Minimalist CastIntelligence Equals IsolationLarge HamMagical NegroN-Word PrivilegesInsult of EndearmentReligion Is WrongHates Everyone EquallyDon't Fear the ReaperHollywood AtheistCessation of ExistenceGood with Numbersand 27 more

TV Tropes lists 39 storytelling tropes for The Sunset Limited, including Minimalist Cast, Intelligence Equals Isolation, Large Ham.