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Promised Land

1988·Movie
1h 42min·R
61
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Big heart, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving and nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Pathos8
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Growing up, everyday modern life, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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About

Life on the edge of the American Dream.

Three recent high school grads - star athlete Hancock, his cheerleader girlfriend, Mary, and the awkward Senator - aim to leave their small town behind and realize big dreams, but their idealistic plans collide with life's harsh realities.
Small Town AmericaComing-of-Age DramaPost-GraduationLost DreamsRealisticCharacter-DrivenSocial CommentaryNostalgic

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Promised Land legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. 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 Promised Land worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 5.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 73%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Promised Land rated?

RStrong language

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

How long is Promised Land?

1 h 42 min

Promised Land runs 1 h 42 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Promised Land?

Critics73
Audiences51

Not quite. Critics rate Promised Land higher (73) than audiences (51). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Promised Land in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Promised Land?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Promised Land in 35 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.