Eraser (1996)
A Witness Protection specialist uncovers a high-tech conspiracy, leading to relentless, pulpy action and gritty suspense.
A Witness Protection specialist becomes suspicious of his co-workers when dealing with a case involving high-tech weapons.
How intense is Eraser?
Eraser is mildly scary, with light gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Eraser feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulpulpyhigh octane
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Eraser
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Is Eraser for you?
Is Eraser scary?
Only a little. Eraser has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Eraser gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3).
Is Eraser sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Eraser OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is Eraser?
Eraser runs 1h 55m.
Where can I stream Eraser?
Eraser is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Eraser have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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