Closer (2004)
Four strangers' lives intertwine in a melancholy dance of intimate betrayals and shifting romantic desires.
The relationships of two couples become complicated and deceitful when the man from one couple meets the woman of the other.
How intense is Closer?
Closer 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 Closer feels like
- Tone
- intimatemelancholypulpy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream Closer
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Closer for you?
Is Closer scary?
No. Closer is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Closer gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Closer sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Closer 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 Closer?
Closer runs 1h 44m.
Where can I stream Closer?
Closer is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Closer have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
Cast and crew
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