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TMDB19921h 52mCrime / Drama / Thriller

The Crying Game

...play it at your own risk.

Irish Republican Army member Fergus forms an unexpected bond with Jody, a kidnapped British soldier in his custody, despite the warnings of fellow IRA members Jude and Maguire. Jody makes Fergus promise he'll visit his girlfriend, Dil, in London, and when Fergus flees to the city, he seeks her out. Hounded by his former IRA colleagues, he finds himself increasingly drawn to the enigmatic, and surprising, Dil.

TMDB audience score

Based on 877 votes

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The Crying Game 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 52m

At 1h 52m 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 · 6 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 1 subscription service: MGM Plus. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy and Hoopla. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.8 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 877 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch The Crying Game tonight

  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 52m.
  • It is included with MGM Plus in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 877 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Crying Game

Is The Crying Game scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Crying Game for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a crime, drama, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Crying Game in the US?
The Crying Game streams on MGM Plus, is free on Kanopy and Hoopla, 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 The Crying Game?
The Crying Game runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).
Is The Crying Game suitable for kids?
The Crying Game 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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