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The Birthday Cake

2021·Movie
1h 33min·R
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb4.4Metacritic584.2Rotten Tomatoes23%90%
IMDb4.4Metacritic584.2Rotten Tomatoes23%90%

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Catharsis6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Revenge never tasted so sweet

On the 10th anniversary of his father's death, Giovanni reluctantly accepts the task of bringing a cake to the home of his uncle, a mob boss, for a celebration. Just two hours into the night, Gio's life is forever changed.
Mob Family DramaGritty CrimeComing-of-Age AdjacentFamily LoyaltyHigh StakesContemporary SettingIntriguing NarrativeCharacter-DrivenViolent Underworld

Crew

Directed by:
Ann M. Doria, Hans Augustave, Nick Page
Written by:
Shiloh Fernandez, Diomedes Raul Bermudez, Jimmy Giannopoulos
Produced by:
Shiloh Fernandez, Mark Tacher, Martin K
Composed by:
Jake White, Jimmy Giannopoulos, Tim Sandusky

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Birthday Cake

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Where can I stream The Birthday Cake legally?

PrimeThe CWPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVAmazon MX Player

The Birthday Cake is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Birthday Cake worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 4.4, Rotten Tomatoes 23%, and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Birthday Cake rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug use

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

How long is The Birthday Cake?

1 h 33 min

The Birthday Cake runs 1 h 33 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Birthday Cake?

Critics41
Audiences59

Not quite. Audiences rate The Birthday Cake higher (59) than critics (41). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Birthday Cake in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Birthday Cake?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Birthday Cake in 63 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.