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The Prey

2011·Movie
1h 42min·R

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The Prey fingerprint

Relentless energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and breakneck

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Fast Pace9
  • Tension8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout direction and storytelling

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing9
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

A robber escapes from prison with a single objective in mind: to track down his former cellmate, a serial killer who intends to pin his crimes on him. A cop is sent after the robber who, despite his best efforts, soon becomes Public Enemy Number One. As the protagonists are driven to their limits, it becomes increasingly unclear who is the hunter and who is the prey.
Gritty Crime ThrillerRelentless PursuitTwisted Cat and MouseHigh-Stakes SuspenseIntense ActionMoral AmbiguityFrancePsychological DepthFast-Paced Narrative

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Prey

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Prey legally?

You can watch it free with ads on 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 The Prey worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Prey rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

How long is The Prey?

1 h 42 min

The Prey runs 1 h 42 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Prey?

Critics58
Audiences62

Yes. Critics average 58 and audiences 62 out of 100, so both groups see The Prey much the same way.

What language is The Prey in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch The Prey?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Prey in 26 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Prey use?

Final GirlCaught in a SnareNo Name GivenThe RevealBald of EvilSlashed ThroatRed Right HandHeartbeat SoundtrackGhost StoryNeck SnapFlashback EchoCircling Vulturesand 2 more

TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for The Prey, including Final Girl, Caught in a Snare, No Name Given.