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The Black Demon

2023·Movie
1h 41min·R
39
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb3.7Metacritic–2.9Rotten Tomatoes29%75%
IMDb3.7Metacritic–2.9Rotten Tomatoes29%75%

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Relentless energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Tension9
  • Fast Pace9

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Physical Comedy1
  • Dark Humor1

World

Everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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About

Nature bites back.

Oilman Paul Sturges' idyllic family vacation turns into a nightmare when they encounter a ferocious megalodon shark that will stop at nothing to protect its territory. Stranded and under constant attack, Paul and his family must somehow find a way to get his family back to shore alive before it strikes again in this epic battle between humans and nature.
Monster ThrillerShark AttackSurvival ActionHigh TensionFamily in PerilCreature FeatureFast-Paced SuspenseOceanic HorrorVisual Spectacle

Crew

Directed by:
Adrian Grünberg, Manuel Hinojosa
Written by:
Boise Esquerra, Carlos Cisco
Produced by:
Caleb Ward, Javier Chapa, Adrian Grünberg
Composed by:
Jacobo Lieberman, Pedro Paz, Sandra Ramírez Aguilera

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Questions about The Black Demon

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Where can I stream The Black Demon legally?

PrimeTubi TV

The Black Demon is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. 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 Black Demon worth watching?

39
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39/100 (IMDb 3.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 29%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Black Demon rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

How long is The Black Demon?

1 h 41 min

The Black Demon runs 1 h 41 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Black Demon?

Critics29
Audiences47

Not quite. Audiences rate The Black Demon higher (47) than critics (29). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Black Demon in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United States, Mexico, Dominican Republic.

In how many countries can I watch The Black Demon?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Black Demon in 94 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Black Demon use?

Animalistic AbominationThe AtonerBittersweet EndingCreepy GoodFall GuyThe FerrymanOminous Oil RigHalf the Man He Used to BeTaglineThreatening SharkGaia's VengeanceShout-Outand 6 more

TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for The Black Demon, including Animalistic Abomination, The Atoner, Bittersweet Ending.