Alpha Dog (2006)
A drug dealer's rash decision to kidnap a teenager escalates into a bleak, pulpy crime drama.
Johnny Truelove likes to see himself as tough. He's the son of an underworld figure and a drug dealer. Johnny also likes to get tough when things don't go his way. When Jake Mazursky fails to pay up for Johnny, things get worse for the Mazursky family, as Johnny and his 'gang' kidnap Jake's 15 year old brother and hold him hostage.
How intense is Alpha Dog?
Alpha Dog is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Alpha Dog feels like
- Tone
- grittytensebleakpulpy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Alpha Dog
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Alpha Dog for you?
Is Alpha Dog scary?
Only a little. Alpha Dog has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Alpha Dog gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Alpha Dog sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Alpha Dog 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 Alpha Dog?
Alpha Dog runs 2h 2m.
Where can I stream Alpha Dog?
Alpha Dog is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Alpha Dog have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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