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Red Dawn

2012·Movie
1h 33min·PG-13

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High energy, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle8

Heart

Cathartic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Catharsis7
  • Coming of Age7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

War, everyday modern life, and politics

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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You want something to laugh atGraphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

Welcome to the home of the brave.

A city in Washington state awakens to the surreal sight of foreign paratroopers dropping from the sky—shockingly, the U.S. has been invaded and their hometown is the initial target. Quickly and without warning, the citizens find themselves prisoners and their town under enemy occupation. Determined to fight back, a group of young patriots seek refuge in the surrounding woods, training and reorganizing themselves into a guerrilla group of fighters.
Invasion ThrillerGuerrilla WarfareAction-PackedComing-of-AgePatrioticSurvival StoryYouth RebellionFast-Paced ActionIntense

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Red Dawn

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Where can I stream Red Dawn legally?

Red Dawn is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free. 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 Red Dawn worth watching?

36
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 5.3, Rotten Tomatoes 15%, and Metacritic 31). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Red Dawn rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

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

How long is Red Dawn?

1 h 33 min

Red Dawn runs 1 h 33 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Red Dawn?

Critics23
Audiences49

Not quite. Audiences rate Red Dawn higher (49) than critics (23). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Red Dawn a box office hit?

Budget$65 million
Box office$45 million

No. It cost about $65 million to make and earned $45 million worldwide, 69% of its budget.

What language is Red Dawn in?

EnglishKorean

It was made in English, with some Korean. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Red Dawn?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Red Dawn in 97 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.