Looper
7.4
Looper fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
The future, mystery, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Complexity8
Style
Standout cinematography and editing
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Looper is tense, fast-paced, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumThe future, mystery, and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, mystery, and technology. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and editing
Look and sound: the cinematography and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Hunted by your future, haunted by your past.
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Questions about Looper
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Looper worth watching?
Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 84). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Looper rated?
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Looper?
1 h 58 min
Looper runs 1 h 58 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Looper?
Not quite. Critics rate Looper higher (89) than audiences (77). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Looper a box office hit?
Roughly broke even. It cost about $30 million to make and earned $47 million worldwide, 1.6 times its budget.
What language is Looper in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Looper?
+54GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Looper in 68 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Looper use?
TV Tropes lists 191 storytelling tropes for Looper, including Weapon for Intimidation, Lost in the Maize, Right for the Wrong Reasons.