21 Bridges (2019)
A gritty, brisk manhunt across Manhattan reveals a pulpy conspiracy where the hunter becomes the hunted.
An embattled NYPD detective, is thrust into a citywide manhunt for a pair of cop killers after uncovering a massive and unexpected conspiracy. As the night unfolds, lines become blurred on who he is pursuing, and who is in pursuit of him.
How intense is 21 Bridges?
21 Bridges is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What 21 Bridges feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulpulpy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream 21 Bridges
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is 21 Bridges for you?
Is 21 Bridges scary?
Only a little. 21 Bridges has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is 21 Bridges gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is 21 Bridges sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is 21 Bridges OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is 21 Bridges?
21 Bridges runs 1h 40m.
Where can I stream 21 Bridges?
21 Bridges is streaming on Tubi.
Does 21 Bridges have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
There is a twist, and that is all we are saying.
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