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Shithouse

2020·Movie
1h 42min·R
78
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Big heart.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Romance8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Cringe Humor5

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and pop culture

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

College stinks.

Lonely college freshman Alex has closed himself off from his peers, who all appear to have this whole "college thing" figured out. But everything changes one night when Alex takes a leap and attends a party at Shithouse - a legendary party fraternity - where he forges a strong connection with Maggie.
Indie RomanceComing-of-AgeCollege LifeCharacter-DrivenRealistic DialogueEmotional HonestyNostalgicIntimate StorytellingModern Love

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Shithouse

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Shithouse legally?

Shithouse is included with a subscription to Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now, and MUBI in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi TV. 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 Shithouse worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 95%, and Metacritic 72). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Shithouse rated?

RStrong language

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

How long is Shithouse?

1 h 42 min

Shithouse runs 1 h 42 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Shithouse?

Critics84
Audiences75

Not quite. Critics rate Shithouse higher (84) than audiences (75). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Shithouse a box office hit?

Budget$80,000
Box office$18,370

No. It cost about $80,000 to make and earned $18,370 worldwide, 23% of its budget.

What language is Shithouse in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Shithouse?

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

What tropes does Shithouse use?

Companion CubeDesperately Craves AffectionDisappeared DadFriendless BackgroundFoilTime SkipMaster of the Mixed Message

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Shithouse, including Companion Cube, Desperately Craves Affection, Disappeared Dad.