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The Young and the Damned

1950·Movie
1h 22min

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No stream option in US yet.

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The Young and the Damned fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Violent and tense

  • Violence8
  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy8
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Satire & Parody3

World

Society, class and money, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

A group of juvenile delinquents live a violent life in the infamous slums of Mexico City; among them Pedro, whose morality is gradually corrupted and destroyed by the others.
Mexican CinemaSocial RealismJuvenile DelinquencyBleakUrban PovertyCrime DramaComing-of-AgeGrittyHistorical Context

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Young and the Damned legally?

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Is The Young and the Damned worth watching?

88
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89/100 (IMDb 8.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 91%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Young and the Damned rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Young and the Damned?

1 h 22 min

The Young and the Damned runs 1 h 22 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Young and the Damned?

Critics91
Audiences89

Yes. Critics average 91 and audiences 89 out of 100, so both groups see The Young and the Damned much the same way.

What language is The Young and the Damned in?

Spanish

It was made in Spanish. Produced in Mexico.

In how many countries can I watch The Young and the Damned?

6BRESITJPMXPT

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Young and the Damned in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.