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Amelia

2009·Movie
1h 51min·PG
IMDb5.8Metacritic375.5Rotten Tomatoes19%31%

Where to watch

Prime

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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Melancholic and moving

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy1

World

A real life story, history, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

A look at the life of legendary American pilot Amelia Earhart, who disappeared while flying over the Pacific Ocean in 1937 in an attempt to make a flight around the world.
Biographical DramaHistorical AviationTragic DisappearanceStrong Female LeadMelancholy TonePeriod PieceIntrigue and MysteryWorld War Era

Crew

Directed by:
Mira Nair, Susan Marucci, Walter Gasparovic
Written by:
Ronald Bass, Anna Hamilton Phelan, Mary S. Lovell
Produced by:
Avy Kaufman, Robin D. Cook, Lydia Dean Pilcher
Composed by:
Drew Kunin, Ryan Collison, Gabriel Yared

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Amelia

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Amelia legally?

Prime

Amelia is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Amelia worth watching?

39
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 19%, and Metacritic 37). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Amelia rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Amelia?

1 h 51 min

Amelia runs 1 h 51 min.

Is Amelia based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Amelia?

Critics28
Audiences48

Not quite. Audiences rate Amelia higher (48) than critics (28). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Amelia a box office hit?

Budget$40 million
Box office$20 million

No. It cost about $40 million to make and earned $20 million worldwide, 49% of its budget.

What language is Amelia in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Amelia?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Amelia in 68 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Amelia use?

Artistic License – HistoryCharacter TitleCool PlaneGory Discretion ShotForegone ConclusionThe Great DepressionPeriod PieceIn Medias ResManly TearsHistorical Domain CharacterStock FootageSympathetic Adulterer

TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for Amelia, including Artistic License – History, Character Title, Cool Plane.