Brokeback Mountain (2005)
Two cowboys in 1960s Wyoming forge an intimate, enduring connection that complicates their lives with melancholy.
In 1960s Wyoming, two men develop a strong emotional and sexual relationship that endures as a lifelong connection complicating their lives as they get married and start families of their own.
How intense is Brokeback Mountain?
Brokeback Mountain has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated R.
What Brokeback Mountain feels like
- Tone
- melancholyintimateromanticearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream Brokeback Mountain
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Brokeback Mountain for you?
Is Brokeback Mountain scary?
No. Brokeback Mountain is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Brokeback Mountain gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Brokeback Mountain sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Brokeback Mountain OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3.
How long is Brokeback Mountain?
Brokeback Mountain runs 2h 14m.
Where can I stream Brokeback Mountain?
Brokeback Mountain is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Brokeback Mountain have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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