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Abduction

2011·Movie
1h 46min·PG-13
IMDb5.1Metacritic254.3Rotten Tomatoes5%42%

Where to watch

PrimePeacockPhiloThe CWHoopla

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Abduction fingerprint

High energy, no humor.

Energy

Fast-paced and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Family Dynamics6
  • Hopefulness5
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery

  • World Immersion5
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue6
  • Narrative Structure5
  • Complexity5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

The fight for the truth will be the fight of his life.

For many years, Nathan Harper has had the uneasy feeling that life with his family isn't quite what it seems. As he draws closer to uncovering the truth, he is hunted by assassins, forcing him to flee with his neighbor, Karen, the only person he can trust.
Action ThrillerTeen MysteryOn the RunGovernment ConspiracyHigh EnergySecret IdentityYouth RomancePlausible Threat

Crew

Directed by:
John Singleton, Doug Torres, Francisco Ortiz
Written by:
Shawn Christensen
Produced by:
Barbara Harris, Roy Lee, Patrick Crowley
Composed by:
Gary A. Hecker, Tami Treadwell, James Wright

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Abduction

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Abduction legally?

PrimePeacockPhiloThe CWHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with Ads

Abduction is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. 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 Abduction worth watching?

31
BadGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 32/100 (IMDb 5.1, Rotten Tomatoes 5%, and Metacritic 25). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Abduction rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

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

How long is Abduction?

1 h 46 min

Abduction runs 1 h 46 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Abduction?

Critics15
Audiences45

Not quite. Audiences rate Abduction higher (45) than critics (15). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Abduction a box office hit?

Budget$35 million
Box office$82 million

Yes. It cost about $35 million to make and earned $82 million worldwide, 2.3 times its budget.

What language is Abduction in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Abduction?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Abduction in 67 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Abduction use?

Arbitrarily Large Bank AccountBound and GaggedChangeling FantasyChekhov's GunFaking the DeadFruit CartGirl Next DoorThe Guards Must Be CrazyHollywood LawThe MoleOrdinary High-School StudentNever Trust a Titleand 9 more

TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for Abduction, including Arbitrarily Large Bank Account, Bound and Gagged, Changeling Fantasy.