The Net (1995)
A computer analyst uncovers a dark conspiracy online, then battles to reclaim her erased identity in a gritty, brisk thriller.
Angela Bennett is a freelance computer systems analyst who tracks down software viruses. At night she hooks up to the internet and chats to others 'surfing the net'. While de-bugging a new high-tech game for a cyber friend, she comes across a top secret program and becomes the target of a mysterious organization who will stop at nothing to erase her identity and her existence, in order to protect the project.
How intense is The Net?
The Net is mildly scary, with no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What The Net feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittypulpy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Net
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Net for you?
Is The Net scary?
Only a little. The Net has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Net gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Net sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Net OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Net?
The Net runs 1h 54m.
Where can I stream The Net?
The Net is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Net have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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