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Munich

2005·Movie
2h 44min·R
76
GreatGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Melancholic and moving

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody3

World

History, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction9
  • Intrigue9
  • Complexity9

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

The world was watching in 1972 as 11 Israeli athletes were murdered at the Munich Olympics. This is the story of what happened next.

During the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, eleven Israeli athletes are taken hostage and murdered by a Palestinian terrorist group known as Black September. In retaliation, the Israeli government recruits a group of Mossad agents to track down and execute those responsible for the attack.
Political ThrillerHistorical DramaMossadMoral AmbiguityRetributionInternational ConflictEspionageComplex CharactersTense Atmosphere

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Munich legally?

Munich is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. 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 Munich worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 79%, and Metacritic 74). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Munich rated?

RViolenceStrong language

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

How long is Munich?

2 h 44 min

Munich runs 2 h 44 min.

Is Munich based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Munich?

Critics77
Audiences77

Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see Munich much the same way.

Was Munich a box office hit?

Budget$70 million
Box office$131 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $70 million to make and earned $131 million worldwide, 1.9 times its budget.

What language is Munich in?

EnglishArabicGermanGreekFrenchHebrewItalianRussian

It was made in English, with some Arabic, German, Greek, French, Hebrew, Italian, Russian. Produced in United States, Canada.

In how many countries can I watch Munich?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Munich in 102 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Munich use?

It Gets EasierWouldn't Hurt a ChildDwindling PartySwiss Bank AccountBrick JokeIron LadyHe Who Fights MonstersAffably EvilInstant Death BulletSexy Coat FlashingLady in RedDowner Endingand 50 more

TV Tropes lists 62 storytelling tropes for Munich, including It Gets Easier, Wouldn't Hurt a Child, Dwindling Party.