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The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia

1981·Movie
1h 52min·PG
51
MediocreGoodWatch score

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A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, show business, and family

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality8
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

You're never too young to learn the score.

An aspiring country singer and his feisty younger sister/manager struggle to reach their dreams of Nashville stardom-as long as she can keep her brother out of trouble with the ladies and the law-in this drama "inspired by," but not really connected to, the hit '70s ballad.
Country MusicFamily DramaAspiring MusicianSibling RelationshipSmall Town LifeNashville DreamsLegal TroubleInspirational Story

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia legally?

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Is The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.9 and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia?

1 h 52 min

The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia runs 1 h 52 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia?

Critics54
Audiences68

Not quite. Audiences rate The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia higher (68) than critics (54). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia?

2ATCH

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia use?

Crazy Jealous GuyOne-Hit WonderBrother–Sister Team

TV Tropes lists 3 storytelling tropes for The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia, including Crazy Jealous Guy, One-Hit Wonder, Brother–Sister Team.