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Drought

2021·Movie
1h 24min·NR
59
DecentGoodWatch score

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Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Hopeful and cathartic

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Family, history, and growing up

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

There's no such thing as normal.

It's 1993 and North Carolina is experiencing a historic drought. Autistic teen Carl, fascinated by weather, predicts that a storm will soon hit nearby. His sister Sam crafts a plan to help him chase the storm, stealing their mother's ice-cream truck to embark on a road trip about family, forgiveness, and following your dreams.
Family DramaComing of Age StoryAutism RepresentationRoad TripSouthern USAForgiveness and Healing1990s NostalgiaSibling RelationshipSmall Town Life

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Drought

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Where can I stream Drought legally?

Drought is included with a subscription to Peacock and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. 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 Drought worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Drought rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Drought?

1 h 24 min

Drought runs 1 h 24 min.

What language is Drought in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Drought?

4AUCANZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Drought in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.