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The Rock

1996·Movie
2h 17min·R
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Metacritic587.5Rotten Tomatoes76%85%
IMDb7.4Metacritic587.5Rotten Tomatoes76%85%

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Relentless energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and breakneck

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline10
  • Fast Pace10
  • Tension9

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Pathos4
  • Catharsis4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Acting7

Style

Standout editing, cinematography, and score

  • Editing9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Alcatraz. Only one man has ever broken out. Now five million lives depend on two men breaking in.

When vengeful General Francis X. Hummel seizes control of Alcatraz Island and threatens to launch missiles loaded with deadly chemical weapons into San Francisco, only a young FBI chemical weapons expert and notorious Federal prisoner have the skills to penetrate the impregnable island fortress and take him down.
High-Octane ActionExplosive ThrillsSuspenseful HeistIconic 90s BlockbusterSan Francisco SettingChemical Warfare ThreatUnlikely DuoMilitary vs. FBI

Crew

Directed by:
Michael Bay, Karen Golden, Jeanne Byrd
Written by:
Jonathan Hensleigh, Douglas S. Cook, David Weisberg
Produced by:
Sean Connery, Jerry Bruckheimer, Don Simpson
Composed by:
Hans Zimmer, Kevin O'Connell, Greg P. Russell

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Rock

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Rock legally?

YouTube TV

The Rock is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Rock worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 76%, and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Rock rated?

RViolenceStrong language

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

How long is The Rock?

2 h 17 min

The Rock runs 2 h 17 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Rock?

Critics67
Audiences78

Not quite. Audiences rate The Rock higher (78) than critics (67). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Rock a box office hit?

Budget$75 million
Box office$335 million

Yes. It cost about $75 million to make and earned $335 million worldwide, 4.5 times its budget.

What language is The Rock in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Rock?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Rock in 95 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Rock use?

Conservation of NinjutsuBlatant LiesPre-Mortem One-LinerBorrowed Without PermissionNeck SnapThe Paragon Always RebelsDisco DanTake My Hand!Hired GunsMisplaced-Names PosterStuff Blowing UpDestroy the Product Placementand 235 more

TV Tropes lists 247 storytelling tropes for The Rock, including Conservation of Ninjutsu, Blatant Lies, Pre-Mortem One-Liner.