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Percy

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2020 | 100 min | Drama

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (77% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and 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. If you loved Erin Brockovich or Dark Waters, 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 40 min.
What might put you off
Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.

Percy Schmeiser, a third-generation farmer, gets sued by a corporate giant for allegedly using their patented seeds. With little resources to fight a legal battle, Percy joins forces with up-and-coming attorney Jackson Weaver and environmental activist Rebecca Salcau for a monumental case that leads all the way to the Supreme Court.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    77% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.7 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 impactBelow par

    About 41K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Clark Johnson

  • Christopher WalkenPercy Schmeiser
  • Roberta MaxwellLouise Schmeiser
  • Christina RicciRebecca Salcau
  • Zach BraffJackson Weaver
  • Adam BeachAlton Kelly
  • Luke KirbyPeter Schmeiser
  • Zoe FishMary Schmeiser
  • Blake TaylorKarl Steiger
  • Andrea del CampoBrenda Kelly
  • Martin DonovanRick Aarons