CODA

2021·Movie
1h 52min·PG-13

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CODA fingerprint

Big heart, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Deeply moving and cathartic

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Pathos9
  • Catharsis9

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Family, everyday modern life, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting10
  • Character Depth10
  • Direction8

Style

Standout sound design, cinematography, and score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Sound Centrality9
  • Cinematography8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Every family has its own language.

As a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), Ruby is the only hearing person in her deaf family. When the family's fishing business is threatened, Ruby finds herself torn between pursuing her love of music and her fear of abandoning her parents.
Heartfelt Family DramaComing-of-Age MusicalDeaf Culture ExplorationEmotional & MovingSacrifice & AmbitionIntergenerational ConflictMusic as LiberationAuthentic PerformancesTriumphant Underdog StoryDeep Character Bonds

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about CODA

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream CODA legally?

CODA is included with a subscription to Apple TV 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 CODA worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 8, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 72). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is CODA rated?

PG-13Strong languageSexual content

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.

How long is CODA?

1 h 52 min

CODA runs 1 h 52 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on CODA?

Critics83
Audiences83

Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 83 out of 100, so both groups see CODA much the same way.

Was CODA a box office hit?

Budget$10 million
Box office$2 million

No. It cost about $10 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 19% of its budget.

What language is CODA in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in France, United States.

In how many countries can I watch CODA?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for CODA in 98 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does CODA use?

Headphones Equal IsolationMy Brother Is Off LimitsLike Goes with LikePerformance AnxietyBig Damn HeroesDisabled Means HelplessParental Sexuality SquickTroubling Unchildlike BehaviorDouble-Meaning TitleBar BrawlEloquent in My Native TongueMutual Envyand 40 more

TV Tropes lists 52 storytelling tropes for CODA, including Headphones Equal Isolation, My Brother Is Off Limits, Like Goes with Like.

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