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Double Team
1997·Movie
·1h 33min·R·
Double Team fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle8
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Hopefulness6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some slapstick and cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy6
- Cringe Humor5
- Absurdist Humor4
World
Kept in the background
- Rewatchability7
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure6
- Acting5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Double Team is thrilling, fast-paced, and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowNostalgic
Emotionally, it's nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy0Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
They don't play by the rules.
A CIA agent is interned for failing to kill an international terrorist. Escaping from his island exile, he teams up with a flamboyant arms dealer and sets out to find the terrorist and rescue the agent's family. Together they're a two-man arsenal... with enough voltage to rock the free world.
90s Action ThrillerExplosive Martial ArtsBuddy-Cop DynamicsHigh-Octane ChaseInternational EspionageOver-the-Top ActionNostalgic B-MovieCult ClassicFast-Paced Fun
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Questions about Double Team
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Double Team worth watching?
37
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 4.8, Rotten Tomatoes 10%, and Metacritic 44). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Double Team rated?
RViolenceStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Double Team?
1 h 33 min
Double Team runs 1 h 33 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Double Team?
Critics27
Audiences45
Not quite. Audiences rate Double Team higher (45) than critics (27). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Double Team a box office hit?
Budget$30 million
Box office$48 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $30 million to make and earned $48 million worldwide, 1.6 times its budget.
What language is Double Team in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Double Team?
86
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+72GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Double Team in 86 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Double Team use?
Wretched HiveStuff Blowing UpInternal Death SquadDefeat Means ExplosionImprobable Infant SurvivalHacker CaveLand Mine Goes "Click!"I Have Your WifeNever My FaultExit, Pursued by a BearNon-Actor VehicleNon-Fatal Explosionsand 24 more
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Double Team, including Wretched Hive, Stuff Blowing Up, Internal Death Squad.