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The Hunter

2011·Movie
1h 42min·R

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Melancholic and moving

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Intrigue9
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Some mysteries should never be solved.

Martin, a mercenary, is sent from Europe by an anonymous biotech company to the Tasmanian wilderness on a hunt for the last Tasmanian tiger.
Psychological ThrillerMercenaryTasmanian WildernessEndangered SpeciesMoral AmbiguitySlow-Burn SuspenseBleak AtmosphereEnvironmental ThemesIntense Performances

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Hunter legally?

The Hunter is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. 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 The Hunter worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 72%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Hunter rated?

RViolenceStrong language

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

How long is The Hunter?

1 h 42 min

The Hunter runs 1 h 42 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Hunter?

Critics68
Audiences67

Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see The Hunter much the same way.

What language is The Hunter in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia, Canada.

In how many countries can I watch The Hunter?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Hunter in 41 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Hunter use?

Native GuideRule of SymbolismMy God, What Have I Done?Scenery PornI Miss MomAnti-HeroThose Two GuysCompany TownAdaptational Alternate EndingDoomed PredecessorAustralian WildlifeShown Their Workand 29 more

TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for The Hunter, including Native Guide, Rule of Symbolism, My God, What Have I Done?.