The Fault in Our Stars (2014)
A bittersweet romance blossoms between two cancer patients, finding unexpected love and rewriting their limited time.
Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a patient named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten.
How intense is The Fault in Our Stars?
The Fault in Our Stars has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated PG-13.
What The Fault in Our Stars feels like
- Tone
- melancholyheartwarmingromanticearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionDate nightComfort watch
Where to stream The Fault in Our Stars
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Is The Fault in Our Stars scary?
No. The Fault in Our Stars is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Fault in Our Stars gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Fault in Our Stars sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Fault in Our Stars OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Fault in Our Stars?
The Fault in Our Stars runs 2h 6m.
Where can I stream The Fault in Our Stars?
The Fault in Our Stars is streaming on Disney+.
Does The Fault in Our Stars have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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