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The Hill

2023·Movie
2h 1min·PG

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Big heart, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Uplifting and moving

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Sports, family, and a real life story

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Never give up hope.

The story of Rickey Hill, who overcomes his physical disability and repairs his relationship with his father in a quest to become a major league baseball (MLB) player.
Inspirational Sports DramaOvercoming AdversityFather-Son RelationshipFaith and PerseveranceFeel-Good MovieBased on True StoryEmotional JourneyFamily-OrientedClassic Underdog Tale

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Hill

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Where can I stream The Hill legally?

The Hill is included with a subscription to Netflix and Angel Studios 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 The Hill worth watching?

58
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 44%, and Metacritic 48). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Hill rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Hill?

2 h 1 min

The Hill runs 2 h 1 min.

Is The Hill based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Hill?

Critics46
Audiences69

Not quite. Audiences rate The Hill higher (69) than critics (46). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Hill in?

EnglishDutch

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

In how many countries can I watch The Hill?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Hill in 110 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Hill use?

Non-Action Big BadStaff of AuthorityPet the DogNo-Holds-Barred BeatdownDrill Sergeant NastyArmor-Piercing QuestionHellhole PrisonJaded WashoutLikable VillainWhat Happened to the Mouse?Police BrutalityReasonable Authority Figureand 3 more

TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for The Hill, including Non-Action Big Bad, Staff of Authority, Pet the Dog.