The 6th Day (2000)
A man discovers his life has been stolen by a clone, igniting a brisk, gritty fight for survival.
A world of the very near future in which cattle, fish, and even the family pet can be cloned. But cloning humans is illegal - that is until family man Adam Gibson comes home from work one day to find a clone has replaced him. Taken from his family and plunged into a sinister world he doesn't understand, Gibson must not only save himself from the assassins who must destroy him to protect their secret, but uncover who and what is behind the horrible things happening to him.
How intense is The 6th Day?
The 6th Day is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What The 6th Day feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulpulpy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The 6th Day
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Is The 6th Day for you?
Is The 6th Day scary?
Only a little. The 6th Day has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The 6th Day gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The 6th Day sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The 6th Day OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The 6th Day?
The 6th Day runs 2h 3m.
Where can I stream The 6th Day?
The 6th Day is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The 6th Day have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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