The Quick and the Dead (1995)
A mysterious gunslinger enters a deadly quick-draw tournament, facing a town ruled by a ruthless outlaw.
A mysterious woman comes to compete in a quick-draw elimination tournament, in a town taken over by a notorious gunman.
How intense is The Quick and the Dead?
The Quick and the Dead is not scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated R.
What The Quick and the Dead feels like
- Tone
- pulpygrittysuspensefulepic
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream The Quick and the Dead
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Is The Quick and the Dead for you?
Is The Quick and the Dead scary?
No. The Quick and the Dead is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Quick and the Dead gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Quick and the Dead sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Quick and the Dead 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 Quick and the Dead?
The Quick and the Dead runs 1h 47m.
Where can I stream The Quick and the Dead?
The Quick and the Dead is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Quick and the Dead have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
There is a twist, and that is all we are saying.
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