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The Californians

2005·Movie
1h 31min·PG
IMDb4.7Rotten Tomatoes–18%

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Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Wholesome5

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody6

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

All is fair in love and real estate.

When real estate mogul Gavin Ransom announces his plan to cover California's northern coast with scores of mini-mansions, his environmentalist sister, Olive, launches a protest to stop him. But there's trouble ahead when Gavin begins falling for the pretty folk singer who's helping Olive's cause.
Romantic ComedySocial SatireEnvironmentalismClass ConflictReal EstateContemporaryFamily DramaCaliforniaIndie Film

Crew

Directed by:
Jonathan Parker, Virginia Saenz McCarthy
Written by:
Henry James, Catherine DiNapoli, Jonathan Parker
Produced by:
Gillian Hawser, Catherine DiNapoli, Jonathan Parker
Composed by:
Niels Bye Nielsen

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream The Californians legally?

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The Californians 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 Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Californians worth watching?

38
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 38/100 (IMDb 4.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Californians rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Californians?

1 h 31 min

The Californians runs 1 h 31 min.

What language is The Californians in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Californians?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Californians in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.