Chappie (2015)
A sentient robot child navigates a gritty, crime-ridden world, learning harsh lessons about humanity.
Every child comes into the world full of promise, and none more so than Chappie: he is gifted, special, a prodigy. Like any child, Chappie will come under the influence of his surroundings—some good, some bad—and he will rely on his heart and soul to find his way in the world and become his own man. But there's one thing that makes Chappie different from any one else: he is a robot.
How intense is Chappie?
Chappie is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Chappie feels like
- Tone
- gritty
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Chappie
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Chappie for you?
Is Chappie scary?
Only a little. Chappie has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Chappie gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Chappie sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Chappie OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is Chappie?
Chappie runs 2h.
Where can I stream Chappie?
Chappie is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Chappie have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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