–
Where can I stream Paws legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Paws in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Paws
1983·Movie
·2min·
Paws fingerprint
Funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Nostalgia4
- Wonder2
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor
- Physical Comedy8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Situational Comedy4
World
Kept in the background
- Novelty6
- World Immersion4
- Ambiguity4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue6
- Direction5
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography4
- Music Composition4
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Paws is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis1Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion4Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality3Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality3Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
A housecat attempts to eat what he doesn't suspect is a piranha.
absurdist comedycreature featureanimal attackeccentric charactersphysical comedylow-budgetAustralian cinemauncanny
Crew
Directed by:
Composed by:
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Paws
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Paws worth watching?
37
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Paws?
0 h 2 min
Paws runs 0 h 2 min.
What language is Paws in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Paws use?
"Hey, You!" HaymakerAdults Are UselessGratuitous FrenchMotor MouthEvil CounterpartSpanner in the WorksI'm Dying, Please Take My MacGuffinCannot Spit It OutShame If Something HappenedMy Hovercraft Is Full of EelsBased on a True StoryGold Diggerand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Paws, including "Hey, You!" Haymaker, Adults Are Useless, Gratuitous French.