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    Watchmen

    • 20092009
    • RR
    • 2h 42min
    IMDb RATING
    7.6/10
    518K
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    In 1985 where former superheroes exist, the murder of a colleague sends active vigilante Rorschach into his own sprawling investigation, uncovering something that could completely change the course of history as we know ... Read allIn 1985 where former superheroes exist, the murder of a colleague sends active vigilante Rorschach into his own sprawling investigation, uncovering something that could completely change the course of history as we know it.In 1985 where former superheroes exist, the murder of a colleague sends active vigilante Rorschach into his own sprawling investigation, uncovering something that could completely change the course of history as we know it.In 1985 where former superheroes exist, the murder of a colleague sends active vigilante Rorschach into his own sprawling investigation, uncovering something that could completely change the course of history as we know it.In 1985 where former superheroes exist, the murder of a colleague sends active vigilante Rorschach into his own sprawling investigation, uncovering something that could completely change the course of history as we know it.

    • Director
      • Zack Snyder
    • Writers
      • David Hayter(screenplay)
      • Alex Tse(screenplay)
      • Dave Gibbons(graphic novel illustrator)
    • Stars
      • Jackie Earle Haley
      • Patrick Wilson
      • Carla Gugino
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    • Director
      • Zack Snyder
    • Writers
      • David Hayter(screenplay)
      • Alex Tse(screenplay)
      • Dave Gibbons(graphic novel illustrator)
    • Stars
      • Jackie Earle Haley
      • Patrick Wilson
      • Carla Gugino
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    • 1.4KUser reviews
    • 491Critic reviews
    • 56Metascore
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    • Awards
      • 11 wins & 24 nominations

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    Matthew Goode and Jeffrey Dean Morgan in Watchmen (2009)
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    Jackie Earle Haley
    Jackie Earle Haley
    • Rorschachas Rorschach
    Patrick Wilson
    Patrick Wilson
    • Dan Dreibergas Dan Dreiberg…
    Carla Gugino
    Carla Gugino
    • Sally Jupiteras Sally Jupiter…
    Malin Akerman
    Malin Akerman
    • Laurie Jupiteras Laurie Jupiter…
    Billy Crudup
    Billy Crudup
    • Dr. Manhattanas Dr. Manhattan…
    Matthew Goode
    Matthew Goode
    • Adrian Veidtas Adrian Veidt…
    Jeffrey Dean Morgan
    Jeffrey Dean Morgan
    • Edward Blakeas Edward Blake…
    Matt Frewer
    Matt Frewer
    • Molochas Moloch
    Stephen McHattie
    Stephen McHattie
    • Hollis Masonas Hollis Mason
    Laura Mennell
    Laura Mennell
    • Janey Slateras Janey Slater
    Rob LaBelle
    Rob LaBelle
    • Wally Weaveras Wally Weaver
    Gary Houston
    Gary Houston
    • John McLaughlinas John McLaughlin
    James M. Connor
    James M. Connor
    • Pat Buchananas Pat Buchanan
    • (as James Micheal Connor)
    Mary Ann Burger
    • Eleanor Cliftas Eleanor Clift
    John Shaw
    John Shaw
    • Doug Rothas Doug Roth
    Robert Wisden
    Robert Wisden
    • Richard Nixonas Richard Nixon
    Jerry Wasserman
    Jerry Wasserman
    • Detective Fineas Detective Fine
    Don Thompson
    Don Thompson
    • Detective Gallagheras Detective Gallagher
    • Director
      • Zack Snyder
    • Writers
      • David Hayter(screenplay)
      • Alex Tse(screenplay)
      • Dave Gibbons(graphic novel illustrator)
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    Storyline

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    It's 1985 in an alternate reality. The Watchmen - comprised of the Comedian, Dr. Manhattan, Nite Owl II, Ozymandias, Rorschach and Silk Spectre II - are a disparate band of masked superheroes, modeled after the Minutemen, who were masked superheroes of a generation earlier, most of who are dead or afflicted by the ravages of life. The Comedian belongs to both groups. Despite the activities of the Watchmen leading to the west winning the Vietnam War which in turn has kept Richard Nixon in the White House, Nixon has now outlawed masks, resulting in the Watchmen disbanding and going into retirement, most hiding their Watchmen past under their human identities. However, the Comedian, in his human persona of Eddie Blake, and Dr. Manhattan - former physicist Jon Osterman who obtained his superhero powers through a scientific accident which almost killed him - now work for the government. Dr. Manhattan's powers in particular have kept a watch over nuclear proliferation, as he is able to stop any nuclear attack. Regardless, the Cold War is at its height with recent Soviet posturing regarding nuclear bomb buildup. In her human persona of Laurie Jupiter, Silk Spectre II is Dr. Manhattan's assistant and lover, as much as they can be in Dr. Manhattan's now non-human state. Meanwhile, Ozymandias has come out to the world as wealthy genius Adrian Veidt, capitalizing on his Ozymandias identity to better the world, and Rorschach continues to work as a vigilante, although one wanted by the law despite he the reason that many criminals are behind bars. When Blake is murdered, Rorschach, as the only one still on the streets, believes the murderer is out to kill all the Watchmen, despite any number of people wanting to kill the Comedian for being a misogynist. Evidence points to it perhaps having something to do with an imminent attempt of nuclear annihilation. Rorschach has to convince his colleagues, who he has not seen since their superhero days, of the validity of his theory for them to come out of retirement, which is no easy task. If they do, which will require them to overcome external forces which seem to be conspiring against them, they will have to discover both who killed the Comedian and why before they befall the same fate as him and/or before the mastermind is able to exact his larger grand plan. —Huggo
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    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • This city is afraid of me. I've seen its true face.
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Drama
      • Mystery
      • Sci-Fi
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for strong graphic violence, sexuality, nudity and language
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Jackie Earle Haley was the only one of the main actors who was already familiar with the comic book. He actively campaigned for the part of Rorschach.
    • Goofs
      (at around 1h 8 mins) Doctor Manhattan describes a "circulatory system" appearing on the grounds of a government base. However what is depicted is clearly the nervous system, as it features a brain and spinal cord, but no heart or lungs. (This error is repeated from the novel.)
    • Quotes

      Rorschach: I heard joke once: Man goes to doctor. Says he's depressed. Life seems harsh, and cruel. Says he feels all alone in threatening world. Doctor says: "Treatment is simple. The great clown - Pagliacci - is in town. Go see him. That should pick you up." Man bursts into tears. "But doctor..." he says "I am Pagliacci." Good joke. Everybody laugh. Roll on snare drum. Curtains.

    • Crazy credits
      The opening credits themselves often cast shadows in the frame that correspond with the flashes from photographer's bulbs.
    • Alternate versions
      In Thailand the genitals of Dr Manhattan are masked and where Rorschach attack with an ax the victim's head is heavily blurred.
    • Connections
      Edited from Tales of the Black Freighter (2009)
    • Soundtracks
      Unforgettable
      Written by Irving Gordon

      Performed by Nat 'King' Cole (as Nat King Cole)

      Courtesy of Capitol Records

      Under license from EMI Film & Television Music

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    Top review
    9/10
    A classic.
    One of the deepest most sophisticated nuanced super hero movies ever. Production quality is amazing. The story is complex and long but worth the payoff. The acting is great overall. The hero's are vulnerable in so many ways. For every ability they have they suffer from even worse flaws. This is an alternate universe that forks from historical events. Rorschach is my favorite anti hero of all time and the end for me is an emotional powerful climax thats always a gut punch. Soundtrack is spot on. Should have won an Oscar or at least a nomination for any number of categories imo. Genre changing idea as profound and well crafted as the first matrix by comparison. Wouldn't be surprised if the MCU borrowed many ideas from this epic. I have no history with this franchise as a graphic novel and can only judge as a fan of the movie.
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    • Is "Watchmen" based on a book?
    • Does the film retain its 1985 setting?
    • Why are there two Nite Owls and two Silk Spectres?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • March 6, 2009 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official Facebook
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Watchmen: The IMAX Experience
    • Filming locations
      • Riverview Hospital, Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Warner Bros.
      • Paramount Pictures
      • Legendary Entertainment
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $130,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $107,509,799
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $55,214,334
      • Mar 8, 2009
    • Gross worldwide
      • $185,382,813
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      • 2h 42min
    • Sound mix
      • SDDS
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
      • Dolby
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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