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On the Bowery

1957·Movie
1h 5min

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About

A mix of documentary and scripted footage on the Bowery, New York City's skid row. Against a backdrop of men (and a few women) drinking in bars, talking and arguing, and sleeping on sidewalks, we have the story of Ray.
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Questions about On the Bowery

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Where can I stream On the Bowery legally?

On the Bowery is included with a subscription to OVID in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is On the Bowery worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 92%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is On the Bowery?

1 h 5 min

On the Bowery runs 1 h 5 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on On the Bowery?

Critics92
Audiences81

Not quite. Critics rate On the Bowery higher (92) than audiences (81). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is On the Bowery in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch On the Bowery?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for On the Bowery in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does On the Bowery use?

The AlcoholicSlice of LifeAmateur CastRiches to RagsCondescending CompassionBookendsDrugs Are BadLady DrunkAnd the Adventure ContinuesNoodle IncidentHobosBlatant Lies

TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for On the Bowery, including The Alcoholic, Slice of Life, Amateur Cast.