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Blitz

2024Movie2 h 0 minPG-13

64
DecentGoodWatch score

A nerve-racking, deeply moving war movie about history and family, with standout direction and performances.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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Story

A boy's journey. A mother's love. Miles of burning city between them.

In World War II London, nine-year-old George is evacuated to the countryside by his mother, Rita, to escape the bombings. Defiant and determined to return to his family, George embarks on an epic, perilous journey back home as Rita searches for him.

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  • Visually Stunning WWII Drama
  • Emotional Mother-Son Bond
  • Tense Survival Journey
  • Historical Immersion
  • Powerful Performances
  • Poetic Realism
  • Heartbreaking yet Hopeful
  • Masterful Direction

Cast

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Directed by
Steve McQueen
Written by
Steve McQueen
Music by
Hans Zimmer

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Facts

November 1, 2024 · 2 h 0 min · PG-13

Released
November 1, 2024
Runtime
2 h 0 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language
Genres
War, Drama, History
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom, United States
Available in
87 countries

Tropes

Antagonist Title, From Nobody to Nightmare, Rage Against the Legal System +9

  • Antagonist Title
  • From Nobody to Nightmare
  • Rage Against the Legal System
  • Little "No"
  • Hate Sink
  • Neck Snap
  • Ax-Crazy
  • No-Holds-Barred Beatdown
  • Going Cold Turkey
  • Off on a Technicality
  • Vomit Indiscretion Shot
  • Heroic Sacrifice

12 of 22 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Blitz?"

Questions about Blitz

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Where can I stream Blitz?

In the United States, Blitz streams on Apple TV. It also streams in 26 other countries.

Is Blitz worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 71). Critics rate it higher (76 out of 100) than audiences (52).

Is Blitz okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Blitz scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 6 of 10.

What tropes does Blitz use?

Antagonist TitleFrom Nobody to NightmareRage Against the Legal SystemLittle "No"Hate SinkNeck SnapAx-CrazyNo-Holds-Barred BeatdownGoing Cold TurkeyOff on a TechnicalityVomit Indiscretion ShotHeroic Sacrificeand 10 more

TV Tropes lists 22 tropes for it, including Antagonist Title, From Nobody to Nightmare, and Rage Against the Legal System.