Mercenaries

2011·Movie
1h 37min·R
15
TerribleGoodWatch score
IMDb3.4Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes–13%

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Mercenaries fingerprint

High energy, no humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos4
  • Hopefulness4
  • Catharsis4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

War, everyday modern life, and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Narrative Structure7
  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

Outgunned, Outnumbered, and Outside the Law

Andy Marlow, an ex British S.A.S serviceman turned mercenary, is sent into the Balkans after a military coup has arisen to rescue a U.S ambassador and his aide.
Action ThrillerMercenary MissionBalkans ConflictPolitical IntrigueMilitary ActionExplosive CombatRescue OperationFast-PacedGritty Realism

Crew

Directed by:
Jan Zalar, Matthew Grant, David Crabtree
Written by:
Paris Leonti
Produced by:
Diane Shorthouse, Solomon Panayiotou, Gareth Mullaney
Composed by:
Frank Ilfman, Nigel Albermaniche, Andrew Quinney

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Mercenaries

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Mercenaries legally?

fuboTVHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexFawesomeTubi TV

Mercenaries is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. 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 Mercenaries worth watching?

15
TerribleGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 15/100 (IMDb 3.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 0%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Mercenaries rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Mercenaries?

1 h 37 min

Mercenaries runs 1 h 37 min.

What language is Mercenaries in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Mercenaries?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mercenaries in 18 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Mercenaries use?

Amazon BrigadeJob TitleFlipping the TableMoney MaulingLeeroy JenkinsGuns AkimboDemolitions ExpertGrievous Bottley HarmThe MoleCutlery Escape AidCar CushionOutside Rideand 18 more

TV Tropes lists 30 storytelling tropes for Mercenaries, including Amazon Brigade, Job Title, Flipping the Table.

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