Manchester by the Sea (2016)
A man returns to his bleak hometown, grappling with a tragic past and the weight of new responsibilities.
After his older brother passes away, Lee Chandler is forced to return home to care for his 16-year-old nephew. There he is compelled to deal with a tragic past that separated him from his family and the community where he was born and raised.
How intense is Manchester by the Sea?
Manchester by the Sea has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Manchester by the Sea feels like
- Tone
- melancholybleakgrittyintimate
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Manchester by the Sea
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
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Is Manchester by the Sea scary?
No. Manchester by the Sea is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Manchester by the Sea gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Manchester by the Sea sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Manchester by the Sea 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 Manchester by the Sea?
Manchester by the Sea runs 2h 18m.
Where can I stream Manchester by the Sea?
Manchester by the Sea is streaming on Prime Video.
Does Manchester by the Sea have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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