Is A History of Violence scary?

MyCinema has not rated A History of Violence for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, thriller, and crime film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch A History of Violence in the US?

A History of Violence streams on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, and 1 more and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is A History of Violence?

A History of Violence runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Is A History of Violence suitable for kids?

A History of Violence is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB20051h 36mDrama / Thriller / Crime

A History of Violence

Name: A History of Violence
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Crime
Released: 2005-09-23
Duration: 96 min

Tom Stall had the perfect life...until he became a hero.

An average family is thrust into the spotlight after the father commits a seemingly self-defense murder at his diner.

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A History of Violence at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 36m

At 1h 36m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Drama · Thriller · Crime

TMDB files it under drama, thriller, and crime.

US availability

4 subscriptions · 6 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 4 subscription services: HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, and 1 more. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.2 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 3,913 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch A History of Violence tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 36m.
It is included with HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, and 1 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 3,913 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about A History of Violence

Is A History of Violence scary?: MyCinema has not rated A History of Violence for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, thriller, and crime film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch A History of Violence in the US?: A History of Violence streams on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, and 1 more and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is A History of Violence?: A History of Violence runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
Is A History of Violence suitable for kids?: A History of Violence is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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