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Night Catches Us

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2010 | 90 min | Drama, Romance

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (81% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no 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 romantics.
The mood
Warm and romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 30 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

After growing up during the tumultuous 1960s, ex-Black Panther Marcus returns to his home in Philadelphia in 1976 and reconnects with Pat, the widow of a Panther leader. Marcus befriends Pat's young daughter and attempts to conquer his demons. Interfering with Marcus's good intentions are the neighborhood's continuing racial and social conflicts, as well as old enemies and friends -- both with scores to settle.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    81% on Rotten Tomatoes, 65 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 12K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Tanya Hamilton

  • Anthony MackieMarcus Washington
  • Kerry WashingtonPatricia Wilson
  • Wendell PierceDavid Gordon
  • Jamie Hector'DoRight' Miller
  • Kevin C. WallsPolice Officer
  • Tariq TrotterBostic Washington
  • Amari CheatomJimmy Dixon
  • Nakia DillardT.T
  • Ron SimonsCarey Ford
  • Thomas RoyOld Man Harrison