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TMDB20012h 4mCrime / Drama / Mystery / Thriller

The Pledge

Detective Jerry Black has made a promise he can't break, to catch a killer he can't find.

A police chief, about to retire, pledges to help a woman find her daughter's killer.

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United States listings · Refreshed 13 Oct 2026. More horror to watch in the US

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The Pledge 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

Long watch · 2h 4m

At 2h 4m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Crime · Drama · Mystery · Thriller

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

US availability

6 subscriptions · 10 free · 3 to rent · 3 to buy

Included with 6 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, fuboTV, and 3 more. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and 7 more. Listed to rent from 3 stores. Listed to buy from 3 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.6 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 1,262 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch The Pledge tonight

  • It needs the whole evening: 2h 4m.
  • It is included with Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, fuboTV, and 3 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 1,262 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Pledge

Is The Pledge scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Pledge for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a crime, drama, and mystery film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Pledge in the US?
The Pledge streams on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, fuboTV, and 3 more, is free on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and 7 more, and can be rented from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Pledge?
The Pledge runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).
Is The Pledge suitable for kids?
The Pledge 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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