Broken City (2013)
A gritty, suspenseful crime drama unfolds as an ex-cop navigates a corrupt city for redemption and revenge.
In a broken city rife with injustice, ex-cop Billy Taggart seeks redemption and revenge after being double-crossed and then framed by its most powerful figure, the mayor. Billy's relentless pursuit of justice, matched only by his streetwise toughness, makes him an unstoppable force - and the mayor's worst nightmare.
How intense is Broken City?
Broken City is not scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated R.
What Broken City feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulpulpyatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Broken City
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Is Broken City for you?
Is Broken City scary?
No. Broken City is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Broken City gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Broken City sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Broken City OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Broken City?
Broken City runs 1h 49m.
Where can I stream Broken City?
Broken City is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Broken City have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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