The Drop (2014)
A bartender navigates a gritty criminal underworld where past loyalties and present dangers collide with measured suspense.
Bob Saginowski finds himself at the center of a robbery gone awry and entwined in an investigation that digs deep into the neighborhood's past where friends, families, and foes all work together to make a living - no matter the cost.
How intense is The Drop?
The Drop is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated R.
What The Drop feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulatmosphericmelancholy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Drop
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Drop for you?
Is The Drop scary?
Only a little. The Drop has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Drop gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Drop sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Drop OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Drop?
The Drop runs 1h 46m.
Where can I stream The Drop?
The Drop is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Drop have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
Cast and crew
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