End of Watch

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: 🔴 80/100
Total warning time: 7m 53s
Sex/Nudity: 🟡 30/100 (13s)
  • 🟡 50/100 [00:45:22 - 00:45:30] Brief scene with partial nudity in a sexual context.
  • 🟢 20/100 [01:12:15 - 01:12:20] Implied sexual activity with no explicit visuals.
Drug Use: 🔴 70/100 (1m 5s)
  • 🔴 80/100 [00:20:10 - 00:20:45] Characters shown using cocaine in a party scene.
  • 🟡 60/100 [00:55:30 - 00:56:00] Discussion about drug dealing and use.
Violence: 🔴 90/100 (5m 25s)
  • 🔴 100/100 [00:30:15 - 00:31:30] Graphic shootout with multiple fatalities.
  • 🔴 90/100 [01:05:20 - 01:07:00] Intense physical altercation with blood and injuries.
  • 🔴 100/100 [01:25:40 - 01:28:10] Extended violent confrontation with gunfire and death.
Strong Language: 🔴 85/100 (1m 10s)
  • 🔴 90/100 [00:05:10 - 00:05:15] Multiple uses of the F-word in a short span.
  • 🔴 80/100 [00:40:35 - 00:41:00] Racial slurs and offensive language used.
  • 🔴 85/100 [01:15:20 - 01:16:00] Frequent strong language throughout the scene.
End of Watch
Year: 2012
Certificate: A
Runtime: 109 min
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama
IMDB: 7.6
Meta Score: 68
Votes: 228132
Gross: 41,003,371
Director: David Ayer
Stars: Jake Gyllenhaal, Michael Peña, Anna Kendrick, America Ferrera
Overview: Shot documentary-style, this film follows the daily grind of two young police officers in LA who are partners and friends, and what happens when they meet criminal forces greater than themselves.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the plot of 'End of Watch'?
A: 'End of Watch' follows the lives of two LAPD officers, Brian Taylor (Jake Gyllenhaal) and Mike Zavala (Michael Peña), as they patrol the streets of South Central Los Angeles. The film documents their close friendship, daily routines, and the dangers they face, culminating in a violent confrontation with a powerful drug cartel.
Q: Who are the main actors in 'End of Watch'?
A: The main actors in 'End of Watch' are Jake Gyllenhaal as Officer Brian Taylor, Michael Peña as Officer Mike Zavala, Anna Kendrick as Janet Taylor (Brian's wife), and America Ferrera as Officer Orozco.
Q: What style of filming is used in 'End of Watch'?
A: 'End of Watch' is filmed in a found-footage style, with much of the footage appearing as if it was captured by the officers' handheld cameras, dashboard cameras, and surveillance footage, giving the movie a gritty, documentary-like feel.
Q: Is 'End of Watch' based on a true story?
A: No, 'End of Watch' is not based on a true story, but it is inspired by real-life experiences of police officers. Writer and director David Ayer conducted extensive research and interviews with LAPD officers to create an authentic portrayal of their lives.
Q: What is the significance of the title 'End of Watch'?
A: The title 'End of Watch' refers to the term used in police culture to signify an officer's retirement, death, or the end of their shift. In the context of the movie, it carries a poignant meaning related to the officers' journey and the risks they face.