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TMDB20221h 43mCrime / Drama / Thriller

Breaking

Based on the true story of one man's demand to be heard.

Desperate for money and running out of options, Marine veteran Brian Brown-Easley holds several people hostage inside a bank, setting the stage for a tense confrontation with police.

TMDB audience score

Based on 241 votes

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Breaking at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 1h 43m

At 1h 43m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Crime · Drama · Thriller

TMDB files it under crime, drama, and thriller.

US availability

1 subscription · 2 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 1 subscription service: Hulu. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy and Hoopla. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.5 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 241 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Breaking tonight

  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 43m.
  • It is included with Hulu in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 241 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Breaking

Is Breaking scary?
MyCinema has not rated Breaking for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a crime, drama, and thriller film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch Breaking in the US?
Breaking streams on Hulu, is free on Kanopy and Hoopla, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Breaking?
Breaking runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
Is Breaking suitable for kids?
Breaking is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

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