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21 Grams

2003, English. Directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu.

How much does life weigh?

Paul Rivers, an ailing mathematician lovelessly married to an English émigré; Christina Peck, an upper-middle-class suburban housewife and mother of two girls; and Jack Jordan, a born-again ex-con, are brought together by a terrible accident that changes their lives.

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Runtime
2h 4m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
R

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7.3/10 from 3,539 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Where to watch 21 Grams

21 Grams is streaming on JioHotstar in India.

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Released
18 November 2003
Country
United States of America
Written by
Guillermo Arriaga
Budget
$20M
Box office
$60M
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Watch Amores Perros (2000) first.

What comes after 21 Grams?

Next in the series: Babel (2006).

Is 21 Grams worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 3,539 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is 21 Grams?

21 Grams runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).

Does 21 Grams have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for 21 Grams. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

21 Grams parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

21 Grams is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is 21 Grams on?

21 Grams is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)

What movies are like 21 Grams?

If you liked 21 Grams, try Desperate Measures, The Air I Breathe, Rust Creek.

Who directed 21 Grams?

21 Grams (2003) was directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu and stars Sean Penn, Naomi Watts, Benicio del Toro.

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