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TMDB19891h 16mDrama / Thriller / Mystery

The Needle

Tsoi, drugs and Soviet rock.

Moro returns to Alma-Ata to collect money owed to him. While waiting out an unexpected delay, he visits his former girlfriend Dina and discovers she has become a morphine addict. He decides to help her kick the habit and to fight the local drug mafia responsible for her condition.

TMDB audience score

Based on 94 votes

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Availability in the US

Where the story is waiting

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The Needle at a glance

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Runtime

Short watch · 1h 16m

At 1h 16m it runs under 90 minutes.

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Genres

Drama · Thriller · Mystery

TMDB files it under drama, thriller, and mystery.

US availability

1 subscription · 1 to rent · 1 to buy

Included with 1 subscription service: Klassiki. Listed to rent from 1 store. Listed to buy from 1 store.

TMDB audience score

6.8 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 94 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch The Needle tonight

  • It is a short one: 1h 16m, so it fits a late start.
  • It is included with Klassiki in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 94 votes.

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Questions about The Needle

Is The Needle scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Needle for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, thriller, and mystery film.
Where can I watch The Needle in the US?
The Needle streams on Klassiki and can be rented from Amazon Video in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Needle?
The Needle runs 1 hour 16 minutes (76 minutes).
Is The Needle suitable for kids?
TMDB lists no age rating for The Needle in the United States or the United States. Treat it as unsuitable for children until you have checked it yourself.

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