Is Brute Force scary?

MyCinema has not rated Brute Force for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a crime, drama, and thriller film.

Where can I watch Brute Force in the US?

Brute Force streams on HBO Max Amazon Channel, FlixFling, HBO Max, and 1 more, is free on Fawesome, Plex, and Plex Channel, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and 1 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Brute Force?

Brute Force runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Is Brute Force suitable for kids?

TMDB lists no age rating for Brute Force in the United States or the United States. Treat it as unsuitable for children until you have checked it yourself.

TMDB19471h 38mCrime / Drama / Thriller

Brute Force

Name: Brute Force
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1947-07-16
Duration: 98 min

Power Packed Picture!

Timeworn Joe Collins and his fellow inmates live under the heavy thumb of the sadistic, power-tripping guard Captain Munsey. Only Collins' dreams of escape keep him going, but how can he possibly bust out of Munsey's chains?

TMDB audience score

Based on 223 votes

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Availability in the US

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Brute Force at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 38m

At 1h 38m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Crime · Drama · Thriller

TMDB files it under crime, drama, and thriller.

US availability

4 subscriptions · 3 free · 4 to rent · 4 to buy

Included with 4 subscription services: HBO Max Amazon Channel, FlixFling, HBO Max, and 1 more. Free or ad-supported on Fawesome, Plex, and Plex Channel. Listed to rent from 4 stores. Listed to buy from 4 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.3 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 223 votes, a strong audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Brute Force tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 38m.
It is included with HBO Max Amazon Channel, FlixFling, HBO Max, and 1 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 223 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Brute Force

Is Brute Force scary?: MyCinema has not rated Brute Force for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a crime, drama, and thriller film.
Where can I watch Brute Force in the US?: Brute Force streams on HBO Max Amazon Channel, FlixFling, HBO Max, and 1 more, is free on Fawesome, Plex, and Plex Channel, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and 1 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Brute Force?: Brute Force runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
Is Brute Force suitable for kids?: TMDB lists no age rating for Brute Force in the United States or the United States. Treat it as unsuitable for children until you have checked it yourself.