V for Vendetta (2006)
A masked vigilante wages brisk, gritty warfare against a fascist state, sparking an epic fight for freedom.
In a world in which Great Britain has become a fascist state, a masked vigilante known only as “V” conducts guerrilla warfare against the oppressive British government. When V rescues a young woman from the secret police, he finds in her an ally with whom he can continue his fight to free the people of Britain.
How intense is V for Vendetta?
V for Vendetta is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What V for Vendetta feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittyepicbleak
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream V for Vendetta
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Is V for Vendetta for you?
Is V for Vendetta scary?
Only a little. V for Vendetta has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is V for Vendetta gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is V for Vendetta sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is V for Vendetta 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 V for Vendetta?
V for Vendetta runs 2h 12m.
Where can I stream V for Vendetta?
V for Vendetta is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does V for Vendetta have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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