Death Game

1977·Movie
1h 27min·R
57
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

PhiloAMC+ShudderFlixFlingPlex

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Death Game fingerprint

High energy, immersive world, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and scary

  • Tension9
  • Scare8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy5
  • Family Dynamics5
  • Pathos4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody4
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor2

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Ambiguity9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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You need an uplifting moodYou want to half-watch while scrollingYou scare easily

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About

The object is to stay alive.

George Manning is a well-to-do businessman, husband, and father. While his family is away on his birthday, he invites a pair of rain-soaked young women into his house to wait out an evening thunderstorm. The two girls seduce Manning and ultimately kidnap and torture him in his own home.
Psychological Horror ThrillerUnreliable NarratorSurreal Domestic NightmareIdentity CrisisMental Illness AllegoryNon-Linear MysteryParanoid AtmosphereCult Classic StatusAmbiguous RealityIntense Character Study

Crew

Directed by:
Chris Christenberry, Carline Davis-Dyer, Peter S. Traynor
Written by:
Anthony Overman, Michael Ronald Ross
Produced by:
William Duffy, Larry Spiegel, Peter S. Traynor
Composed by:
Wayne Wahrman, Leslie Shatz, Hal Watkins

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Death Game

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Death Game legally?

PhiloAMC+ShudderFlixFlingPlex

Death Game is included with a subscription to Philo, Shudder, and FlixFling in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex. You can also rent or buy it from FlixFling. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Death Game worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Death Game rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

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

How long is Death Game?

1 h 27 min

Death Game runs 1 h 27 min.

What language is Death Game in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Death Game?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Death Game in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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