The Place Beyond the Pines (2013)
A motorcycle stunt rider's desperate act to support his family sparks a generational collision with a determined cop.
A motorcycle stunt rider considers committing a crime in order to provide for his wife and child, an act that puts him on a collision course with a cop-turned-politician.
How intense is The Place Beyond the Pines?
The Place Beyond the Pines has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What The Place Beyond the Pines feels like
- Tone
- grittymelancholyearnestbleak
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Place Beyond the Pines
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Place Beyond the Pines for you?
Is The Place Beyond the Pines scary?
No. The Place Beyond the Pines is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Place Beyond the Pines gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Place Beyond the Pines sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Place Beyond the Pines 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 The Place Beyond the Pines?
The Place Beyond the Pines runs 2h 20m.
Where can I stream The Place Beyond the Pines?
The Place Beyond the Pines is streaming on YouTube (free).
Does The Place Beyond the Pines have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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