Thelma & Louise (1991)
Two friends on a weekend getaway find liberation and resilience as their adventure turns into a life on the run.
Taking a break from their dreary lives, close friends Thelma and Louise embark on a short weekend trip that ends in unforeseen incriminating circumstances. As fugitives, both women rediscover the strength of their bond and their newfound resilience.
How intense is Thelma & Louise?
Thelma & Louise is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated R.
What Thelma & Louise feels like
- Tone
- grittyupliftingmelancholy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream Thelma & Louise
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Is Thelma & Louise for you?
Is Thelma & Louise scary?
Only a little. Thelma & Louise has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Thelma & Louise gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Thelma & Louise sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Thelma & Louise OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Thelma & Louise?
Thelma & Louise runs 2h 10m.
Where can I stream Thelma & Louise?
Thelma & Louise is streaming on Hulu, MGM+, Kanopy and The Roku Channel.
Does Thelma & Louise have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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