Legends of the Fall (1994)
A wild Montana family's loyalty is tested by war and torn apart by love across decades.
In early 20th-century Montana, Col. William Ludlow lives on a ranch in the wilderness with his sons, Alfred, Tristan, and Samuel. Eventually, the unconventional but close-knit family are bound by loyalty, tested by war, and torn apart by love, as told over the course of several decades in this epic saga.
How intense is Legends of the Fall?
Legends of the Fall has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated R.
What Legends of the Fall feels like
- Tone
- epicmelancholyromanticatmosphericearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
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Is Legends of the Fall scary?
No. Legends of the Fall is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Legends of the Fall gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Legends of the Fall sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Legends of the Fall 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 Legends of the Fall?
Legends of the Fall runs 2h 13m.
Where can I stream Legends of the Fall?
Legends of the Fall is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Legends of the Fall have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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