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TMDB20141h 48mAction / Crime / Drama / Thriller

Son of a Gun

Everyone gets what they deserve

Locked up for a minor crime, 19 year old JR quickly learns the harsh realities of prison life. Protection, if you can get it, is paramount. JR soon finds himself under the watchful eye of Australia's most notorious criminal, Brendan Lynch, but protection comes at a price.

TMDB audience score

Based on 892 votes

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Son of a Gun 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 48m

At 1h 48m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Action · Crime · Drama · Thriller

TMDB files it under action, crime, drama, and thriller.

US availability

8 free · 5 to rent · 6 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, and 5 more. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 6 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.4 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 892 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Son of a Gun tonight

  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 48m.
  • It is free to watch on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, and 5 more in the US.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 892 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Son of a Gun

Is Son of a Gun scary?
MyCinema has not rated Son of a Gun for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, crime, and drama film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Son of a Gun in the US?
Son of a Gun is free on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, and 5 more 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 Son of a Gun?
Son of a Gun runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).
Is Son of a Gun suitable for kids?
Son of a Gun 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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