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Blade Runner
1982·Movie
·1h 58min·R·
Blade Runner fingerprint
Fully immersive world, stunning style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and spectacular
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Spectacle7
- Violence7
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
- Melancholy9
- Pathos7
- Wonder6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor3
- Satire & Parody2
World
The future, technology, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion10
- Rewatchability10
- Ambiguity9
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Direction10
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
Style
Standout cinematography, visual style, and score
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography10
- Visual Stylization10
- Music Composition9
Energy
HighTense and spectacular
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Blade Runner is tense, spectacular, and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowProfoundly sad and moving
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Philosophical10Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
Very highThe future, technology, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around the future, technology, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion10Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability10Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Futuristic10Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity10Human stories in a tech world.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Direction10Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical10Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Style
Very highStandout cinematography, visual style, and score
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography, visual style, and score stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography10Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization10Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality9Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Questions about Blade Runner
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Blade Runner worth watching?
90
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 91/100 (IMDb 8.1, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Blade Runner rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Blade Runner?
1 h 58 min
Blade Runner runs 1 h 58 min.
Is Blade Runner based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Blade Runner?
Critics97
Audiences86
Not quite. Critics rate Blade Runner higher (97) than audiences (86). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Blade Runner a box office hit?
Budget$28 million
Box office$42 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $28 million to make and earned $42 million worldwide, 1.5 times its budget.
What language is Blade Runner in?
EnglishGermancnJapaneseHungarian
It was made in English, with some German, cn, Japanese, Hungarian. Produced in United States, Hong Kong SAR China, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Blade Runner?
132
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+118GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Blade Runner in 132 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Blade Runner use?
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TV Tropes lists 204 storytelling tropes for Blade Runner, including Crapsack World, Adaptational Location Change, Ugly Hero, Good-Looking Villain.