The Cave

2019·Movie
1h 47min·PG-13
86
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5Metacritic1007.1Rotten Tomatoes97%83%

Where to watch

HuluNational Geographic

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The Cave fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

  • Tension9
  • Violence8
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy0
  • Wit & Wordplay0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, war, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction and characters

  • Direction8
  • Character Depth8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography and sound design

  • Cinematography8
  • Sound Centrality8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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You want something to laugh atGraphic violence bothers you

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About

Hope Shines in the Darkest Places

Deep beneath the surface in the Syrian province of Ghouta, a group of female doctors have established an underground field hospital. Under the supervision of paediatrician Dr. Amani and her staff of doctors and nurses, hope is restored for some of the thousands of children and civilian victims of the ruthless Syrian civil war.
DocumentaryWar DramaHumanitarian CrisisResilienceMedical DramaSyrian Civil WarFemale EmpowermentUnder SiegeHope Amidst DespairRaw & Emotional

Crew

Directed by:
Feras Fayyad
Written by:
Alisar Hasan, Feras Fayyad
Produced by:
Kirstine Barfod, Chadi Abo, Carolyn Bernstein
Composed by:
Heikki Kossi, Oliver Coates, Matthew Herbert

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Cave

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Cave legally?

HuluNational Geographic

The Cave is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on National Geographic. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Cave worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Cave rated?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

How long is The Cave?

1 h 47 min

The Cave runs 1 h 47 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Cave?

Critics99
Audiences76

Not quite. Critics rate The Cave higher (99) than audiences (76). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Cave in?

EnglishArabic

It was made in English, with some Arabic. Produced in Syria.

In how many countries can I watch The Cave?

49ADALATAUBABEBGCACHCYCZDEDKEE+35

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Cave in 49 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Cave use?

Action GirlArtistic License – ChemistryRodents of Unusual SizeTwist EndingLeg FocusDowner EndingWhen She SmilesCovers Always LieCreepy CaveCreepy MonotoneInformed AttributeBizarre Alien Sensesand 29 more

TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for The Cave, including Action Girl, Artistic License – Chemistry, Rodents of Unusual Size.

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