Johnny

2010·Movie
1h 28min
64
DecentGoodWatch score

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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace4
  • Violence4

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Family, everyday modern life, and faith and meaning

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Everyone has a Special Mission

When Dr. Drew Carter tragically loses his ten-year old son in a car accident, he didn’t expect to lose his whole family as well. Since the accident, his wife (Julia) has become emotionally absent towards him and their daughter. When Johnny, a terminally ill foster child with leukemia, is referred to Drew he sees a chance to heal his family. With Julia against the idea, Drew takes matters into his own hands and adopts Johnny. Johnny doesn’t know what he is in for, but believes he is here for a special mission.
AdoptionTerminal IllnessFamily DramaGrief and HealingEmotional JourneyRedemptionFaith and PurposeContemporary Setting

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Johnny

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Where can I stream Johnny legally?

Johnny is included with a subscription to Pure Flix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Johnny worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Johnny?

1 h 28 min

Johnny runs 1 h 28 min.

What language is Johnny in?

EnglishGerman

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

In how many countries can I watch Johnny?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Johnny in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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