Lads & Jockeys
6.9
Lads & Jockeys fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Adrenaline6
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age9
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Physical Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Growing up, everyday modern life, and sports
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Lads & Jockeys is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumGrowing up, everyday modern life, and sports
Its world is built around growing up, everyday modern life, and sports.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports8Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
Skip it if
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
Crew
Titles like Lads & Jockeys
You are here: Lads & Jockeys
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Lads & Jockeys
Lads & Jockeys2011
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Lean on Pete (2018)Friday Night Lights (2006)Hoop Dreams (1994)Minding the Gap (2018)Friday Night Lights (2004)All the Right Moves (1983)The Rider (2018)Torbaaz (2020)Chak De! India (2007)The Way Back (2020)The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner (1962)Maria Full of Grace (2004)Jhund (2022)Girlfight (2000)Dear Comrade (2019)Above the Rim (1994)Kes (1970)Grand Army (2020)Ghoomer (2023)Jersey (2019)Gladiator (1992)Palmer (2021)He Got Game (1998)Handsome Devil (2017)The Deepest Breath (2023)Bigil (2019)Brittany Runs a Marathon (2019)Marty Supreme (2025)To the Bone (2017)Campus Diaries (2022)Aspirants (2021)The Boys Are Back (2009)Shelter (2007)A Better Life (2011)Kai Po Che! (2013)Kingdom (2014)Spinning Out (2020)Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story (2005)Queen of Katwe (2016)Never Rarely Sometimes Always (2020)Tokyo Sonata (2008)Dhadak 2 (2025)Compartment No. 6 (2021)I Killed My Mother (2009)The Swimmers (2022)Not One Less (1999)Fat City (1972)Ghulam (1998)Asuran (2019)I'm No Longer Here (2019)Pariyerum Perumal (2018)Switched at Birth (2011)Early Summer (1951)The Chi (2018)Sunderland 'Til I Die (2018)Crazy/Beautiful (2001)Southpaw (2015)Half Nelson (2006)Salaam Bombay! (1988)Breaking Away (1979)Concrete Cowboy (2020)Don't Worry, I'm Fine (2006)Fat Girl (2001)DAMaN (2022)
Sequels and Prequels
Media
Questions about Lads & Jockeys
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Lads & Jockeys worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Lads & Jockeys?
1 h 41 min
Lads & Jockeys runs 1 h 41 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Lads & Jockeys?
Not quite. Audiences rate Lads & Jockeys higher (69) than critics (58). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Lads & Jockeys in?
It was made in English, with some French.