Straight Outta Compton (2015)
Five young men transform their frustration and anger into powerful music, sparking an epic cultural rebellion.
In 1987, five young men, using brutally honest rhymes and hardcore beats, put their frustration and anger about life in the most dangerous place in America into the most powerful weapon they had: their music. Taking us back to where it all began, Straight Outta Compton tells the true story of how these cultural rebels—armed only with their lyrics, swagger, bravado and raw talent—stood up to the authorities that meant to keep them down and formed the world’s most dangerous group, N.W.A. And as they spoke the truth that no one had before and exposed life in the hood, their voice ignited a social revolution that is still reverberating today.
How intense is Straight Outta Compton?
Straight Outta Compton has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Straight Outta Compton feels like
- Tone
- grittyepicearnestuplifting
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Straight Outta Compton
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Is Straight Outta Compton scary?
No. Straight Outta Compton is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Straight Outta Compton gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Straight Outta Compton sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Straight Outta Compton 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 Straight Outta Compton?
Straight Outta Compton runs 2h 27m.
Where can I stream Straight Outta Compton?
Straight Outta Compton is streaming on Netflix and Starz.
Does Straight Outta Compton have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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