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King Jack

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2015 | 81 min | Drama

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Critics loved it (94% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had almost no lasting buzz and a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences. 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. If you loved Palmer or Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, start here. 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 1 hr 21 min.
What might put you off
Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Growing up in a rural town filled with violent delinquents, Jack has learned to do what it takes to survive, despite having an oblivious mother and no father. After his aunt falls ill and a younger cousin comes to stay with him, the hardened 15-year-old discovers the importance of friendship, family, and looking for happiness even in the most desolate of circumstances.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    94% on Rotten Tomatoes, 72 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.4 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 15K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Felix Thompson

  • Charlie PlummerJack
  • Cory NicholsBen
  • Christian MadsenTom
  • Danny FlahertyShane
  • Erin DavieKaren
  • Chloë LevineHolly
  • Keith LeonardOfficer Pete
  • Yainis YnoaHarriet
  • Elijah RichardsonMalcom
  • Melvin Mogoli