The Punisher (2004)
A former FBI agent delivers his own brutal justice in a pulpy, briskly-paced tale of revenge.
When undercover FBI agent Frank Castle's wife and son are slaughtered, he becomes 'the Punisher' -- a ruthless vigilante willing to go to any length to avenge his family.
How intense is The Punisher?
The Punisher is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What The Punisher feels like
- Tone
- grittypulpy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Punisher
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Punisher for you?
Is The Punisher scary?
Only a little. The Punisher has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Punisher gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is The Punisher sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Punisher OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is The Punisher?
The Punisher runs 2h 4m.
Where can I stream The Punisher?
The Punisher is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Punisher have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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