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Bullet to the Head

2012·Movie
1h 32min·R
IMDb5.7Metacritic485.7Rotten Tomatoes44%39%

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Your score

Bullet to the Head fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Violence8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Physical Comedy4
  • Dark Humor4

World

Crime and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

Revenge Never Gets Old.

After watching their respective partners die, a cop and a hitman form an alliance in order to bring down their common enemy.
Action ThrillerBuddy CopHitman Team-UpGritty & ViolentRevenge StoryNew Orleans SettingConspiracyStylized Action

Crew

Directed by:
Walter Hill, J.J. Perry, Milos Milicevic
Written by:
Alessandro Camon, Alexis Nolent, Colin Wilson
Produced by:
Miles Millar, Bob Dohrmann, Bob Dohrmann
Composed by:
Lee Orloff, Dane A. Davis, Tom Ozanich

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Bullet to the Head

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Bullet to the Head legally?

fuboTVHooplaYouTube TVHowdy

Bullet to the Head is included with a subscription to fuboTV and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. 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 Bullet to the Head worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 44%, and Metacritic 48). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bullet to the Head rated?

RViolenceStrong language

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

How long is Bullet to the Head?

1 h 32 min

Bullet to the Head runs 1 h 32 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Bullet to the Head?

Critics46
Audiences51

Yes. Critics average 46 and audiences 51 out of 100, so both groups see Bullet to the Head much the same way.

Was Bullet to the Head a box office hit?

Budget$55 million
Box office$9 million

No. It cost about $55 million to make and earned $9 million worldwide, 17% of its budget.

What language is Bullet to the Head in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in India, Switzerland, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Bullet to the Head?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bullet to the Head in 50 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bullet to the Head use?

Chekhov's GunYou Fight Like a CowNon-Action GuyInterchangeable Asian CulturesLightning BruiserDeadpan SnarkerEven Evil Has StandardsWorld of SnarkStuff Blowing UpCostume-Test MontageProperly ParanoidBoom, Headshot!and 10 more

TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for Bullet to the Head, including Chekhov's Gun, You Fight Like a Cow, Non-Action Guy.