Sign in

Vidocq

2001·Movie
1h 38min·R
62
DecentGoodWatch score

Watch

Not streaming in United States. Where it is:

Vidocq fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Wondrous

  • Wonder7
  • Melancholy4
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

Mystery, fantasy, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Complexity8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography9
  • Editing8
  • Visual Stylization8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

Skip it if

You want to half-watch while scrolling

Find more like it

Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.

About

To look into his mask was to lose your soul.

Paris, 1830. In the heart of the town, Vidocq, a famous detective, disappears as he fights the Alchemist, an assassin that he has been pursuing for a few months. His young biographer, Etienne Boisset, decides to avenge Vidocq's death and takes the investigation on...
Steampunk Detective MysteryVisually Striking CinematographyGothic Parisian SettingIntriguing Plot TwistsStylized Action SequencesEarly CGI ExperimentationDark & AtmosphericPeriod Crime ThrillerFantasy Elements

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Vidocq

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Vidocq legally?

GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Vidocq in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.

Is Vidocq worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Vidocq rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Vidocq?

1 h 38 min

Vidocq runs 1 h 38 min.

What language is Vidocq in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch Vidocq?

7ATCHDEFRITKRRU

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Vidocq in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Vidocq use?

Fan DisserviceMatch CutReally 700 Years OldImmortality ImmoralityThe Hero DiesHistorical Domain CharacterConfusion FuForgot About His PowersThe Foreign SubtitleAcrofaticSmug SnakeGenius Bruiserand 42 more

TV Tropes lists 54 storytelling tropes for Vidocq, including Fan Disservice, Match Cut, Really 700 Years Old.