Unbreakable (2000)
A man's miraculous survival of a train wreck unravels a gritty mystery about human fragility and hidden strength.
An ordinary man makes an extraordinary discovery when a train accident leaves his fellow passengers dead — and him unscathed. The answer to this mystery could lie with the mysterious Elijah Price, a man who suffers from a disease that renders his bones as fragile as glass.
How intense is Unbreakable?
Unbreakable is mildly scary, with light gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated PG-13.
What Unbreakable feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittyintimatecerebral
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Unbreakable
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Is Unbreakable for you?
Is Unbreakable scary?
Only a little. Unbreakable has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Unbreakable gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is Unbreakable sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Unbreakable OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Unbreakable?
Unbreakable runs 1h 46m.
Where can I stream Unbreakable?
Unbreakable is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Unbreakable have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
There is a twist, and that is all we are saying.
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