I Am Legend (2007)
A solitary scientist navigates a desolate, infected city, desperately seeking human connection amidst constant peril.
Robert Neville is a scientist who was unable to stop the spread of the terrible virus that was incurable and man-made. Immune, Neville is now the last human survivor in what is left of New York City and perhaps the world. For three years, Neville has faithfully sent out daily radio messages, desperate to find any other survivors who might be out there. But he is not alone.
How intense is I Am Legend?
I Am Legend is properly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What I Am Legend feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulbleakgrittymelancholy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream I Am Legend
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Is I Am Legend for you?
Is I Am Legend scary?
Yes, properly. I Am Legend is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is I Am Legend gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is I Am Legend sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is I Am Legend OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 2, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is I Am Legend?
I Am Legend runs 1h 41m.
Where can I stream I Am Legend?
I Am Legend is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does I Am Legend have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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