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The Wretched

2019·Movie
1h 35min·NR
IMDb5.8Metacritic615.9Rotten Tomatoes74%46%

Where to watch

NetflixHuluPhiloAMC+Kanopy

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The Wretched fingerprint

High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Terrifying and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Scare9
  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Coming of Age5
  • Family Dynamics5
  • Wonder5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout editing and sound design

  • Editing8
  • Sound Centrality8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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About

What is forgotten will never be found.

A rebellious teenage boy, struggling with his parents' imminent divorce, encounters a terrifying evil after his next-door neighbor becomes possessed by an ancient witch that feasts on children.
Supernatural HorrorTeenage ProtagonistBody Horror ElementsSummer SettingFamily ConflictWitchcraftSmall Town MysteryVisceral Effects

Crew

Directed by:
Brett Pierce, Jessica Luhrssen, Drew T. Pierce
Written by:
Brett Pierce, Drew T. Pierce
Produced by:
Sanford Reed, Lisa Essary, Brett Pierce
Composed by:
John Simpson, Justin W. Walker, Matt Baum

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Wretched

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Wretched legally?

NetflixHuluPhiloAMC+KanopyShudderSundance Now

The Wretched is included with a subscription to Netflix, Hulu, Philo, and AMC+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. 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 Wretched worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 74%, and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Wretched rated?

NRViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

How long is The Wretched?

1 h 35 min

The Wretched runs 1 h 35 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Wretched?

Critics68
Audiences54

Not quite. Critics rate The Wretched higher (68) than audiences (54). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was The Wretched a box office hit?

Budget$66,000
Box office$4 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $66,000 to make and earned $4 million worldwide, 66.2 times its budget.

What language is The Wretched in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Wretched?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Wretched in 58 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Wretched use?

O.O.C. Is Serious BusinessChild EaterBody HorrorFailed a Spot CheckDying as YourselfLaser-Guided AmnesiaDeath of a ChildI'm a HumanitarianWalking WastelandBlinding Camera FlashInterrupted IntimacyThe End... Or Is It?and 17 more

TV Tropes lists 29 storytelling tropes for The Wretched, including O.O.C. Is Serious Business, Child Eater, Body Horror.