Mud
Seen it?2013 | 130 min | Drama
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (97% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 10 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.
Two teenage boys find a fugitive hiding out on an island in the Mississippi River and help him reunite with his lover and escape an avenging family and their armed posse.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
97% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.1 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$33 million worldwide on a $10 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Jeff Nichols
- Matthew McConaugheyMud
- Reese WitherspoonJuniper
- Tye SheridanEllis
- Jacob LoflandNeckbone
- Sam ShepardTom
- Ray McKinnonSenior
- Sarah PaulsonMary Lee
- Michael ShannonGalen
- Joe Don BakerKing
- Paul SparksCarver