127 Hours
Seen it?2010 | 94 min | Adventure, Drama, Thriller
Saturday SpecialWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It earned strong reviews (93% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it drew serious awards attention, despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and adventure fans. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Tense.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 34 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
The true story of mountain climber Aron Ralston's remarkable adventure to save himself after a fallen boulder crashes on his arm and traps him in an isolated canyon in Utah.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
93% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.1 out of 10
- AwardsStrong
Nominated for 5 Oscars.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$36 million worldwide on a $18 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Danny Boyle
- James FrancoAron Ralston
- Kate MaraKristi Moore
- Amber TamblynMegan McBride
- Clémence PoésyRana
- Lizzy CaplanSonja Ralston
- Kate BurtonAron's Mom
- Treat WilliamsAron's Dad
- Sean BottAron's Friend
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