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Alex Cross

2012·Movie
1h 41min·PG-13
IMDb5.2Metacritic304.3Rotten Tomatoes11%47%

Where to watch

PhiloMovieSphere+Tubi TV

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos4
  • Catharsis4
  • Melancholy3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Don't Ever Cross Alex Cross

Alex Cross, a genius homicide detective/psychologist is trying to clean up the mean streets of Detroit while keeping his family out of the line of fire. As he mulls over accepting a job with the FBI, he is told that a friend has been murdered and he vows to track down the killer. Soon, he and his team are forced to match wits with a psychotic contract killer, who displays a disturbing commitment towards seeing his job through.
Homicide DetectivePsychological ThrillerContract KillerCrimeFast-PacedIntenseDetroitCat and Mouse

Crew

Directed by:
Rob Cohen, Diane Durant
Written by:
James Patterson, Kerry Williamson, Marc Moss
Produced by:
Randall Emmett, Ronna Kress, James Patterson
Composed by:
Willie D. Burton, John Debney, Mike Watts

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Alex Cross

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Where can I stream Alex Cross legally?

PhiloMovieSphere+Tubi TV

Alex Cross is included with a subscription to Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Alex Cross worth watching?

34
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Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 34/100 (IMDb 5.2, Rotten Tomatoes 11%, and Metacritic 30). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Alex Cross rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Alex Cross?

1 h 41 min

Alex Cross runs 1 h 41 min.

Is Alex Cross based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Alex Cross?

Critics21
Audiences47

Not quite. Audiences rate Alex Cross higher (47) than critics (21). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Alex Cross a box office hit?

Budget$45 million
Box office$30 million

No. It cost about $45 million to make and earned $30 million worldwide, 67% of its budget.

What language is Alex Cross in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United States, France, Indonesia.

In how many countries can I watch Alex Cross?

26ATAUBEBRBYCACHDEDKESFIFRGBGG+12

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Alex Cross in 26 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Alex Cross use?

Improbable Infant SurvivalForgotten Fallen FriendDropped a Bridge on HimThe Film of the BookAction PrologueArtistic License – SportsDisposable WomanPunWrong AssumptionRoaring Rampage of RevengeChekhov's GunmanThe Profilerand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for Alex Cross, including Improbable Infant Survival, Forgotten Fallen Friend, Dropped a Bridge on Him.