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TMDB19962h 17mAction / Adventure / Thriller

The Rock

Alcatraz. Only one man has ever broken out. Now five million lives depend on two men breaking in.

When vengeful General Francis X. Hummel seizes control of Alcatraz Island and threatens to launch missiles loaded with deadly chemical weapons into San Francisco, only a young FBI chemical weapons expert and notorious Federal prisoner have the skills to penetrate the impregnable island fortress and take him down.

TMDB audience score

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Availability in the US

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

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The Rock 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 17m

At 2h 17m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Action · Adventure · Thriller

TMDB files it under action, adventure, and thriller.

US availability

3 subscriptions · 3 to rent · 3 to buy

Included with 3 subscription services: Peacock Premium, YouTube TV, and Peacock Premium Plus. Listed to rent from 3 stores. Listed to buy from 3 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.2 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 5,423 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch The Rock tonight

  • It needs the whole evening: 2h 17m.
  • It is included with Peacock Premium, YouTube TV, and Peacock Premium Plus in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 5,423 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Rock

Is The Rock scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Rock for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, adventure, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Rock in the US?
The Rock streams on Peacock Premium, YouTube TV, and Peacock Premium Plus and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Rock?
The Rock runs 2 hours 17 minutes (137 minutes).
Is The Rock suitable for kids?
The Rock 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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