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Hard Promises

1992·Movie
1h 35min·PG
49
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Deeply romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life and family

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

A man who doesn't like stable work environments has been away for too many years, and finds out his wife has divorced him and is planning to remarry. He comes home to confront her, trying to convince her not to get married, aided by the daughter, who loves him despite his wandering ways. The couple finds out they still have feelings for each other but must decide how best to handle the contradiction of their lifestyles.
Romantic DramedySecond ChancesFamily ReconciliationCharacter-DrivenWitty DialogueHeartwarmingRelationshipsDomestic DramaSlice of Life

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Hard Promises legally?

Hard Promises is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Hard Promises worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 5.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 40%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Hard Promises rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Hard Promises?

1 h 35 min

Hard Promises runs 1 h 35 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Hard Promises?

Critics40
Audiences59

Not quite. Audiences rate Hard Promises higher (59) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Hard Promises in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Hard Promises?

5AUCAGBGGUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Hard Promises in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.